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CONTENTS E.c . o . n . o . m . y L·C·l000 t

Actual Test 01 8

Actual Test 02 22

Actual Test 03 36

Actual Test 04 50

Actual Test 05 64

Actual Test 06 78

Actual Test 07 92

Actual Test 08 106

Actual Test 09 120

Actual Test 10 134

Answer Sheet 149

Answers 159

Script 163

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Actual Test

Aclual ' TeSt

01 Listening TEST

In the listening test, you will be asked to demonstrate how well you understand spoken Engl ish. The entire listening lest will lasl approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not write your answers ' in the test book.

Part 1

Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear lour statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear the statements. you must selecl the one statemenl thai best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one l ime.

Example Sample Answer

Statement (C). is writing in a notebook.H is the best description of the picture. so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet.

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Directions ' You will hear a question or slalemenl and three responses spoken In English. They wi ll be spoken only one time and WIll not be pnnted In your tesl book. Select the llest response 10 Ihe ques!ton or statement and mark the letter (A), (8), or (C) on your answer sheel

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Part 3

DIrections ' You '11111 hear some conv8rsalions between two people. You will be asl(ed 10 answer three questions about what the speakers say In each conversa tion. Selecl the besl response to each Question and mark the le iter (A), (8) (C). or (D) on your answer sheet. The conversahons will be spoken only one lime and will nol be printed in your lest book.

41. What would the man like Julie to do? Meet with the president Change an appoinlmenllrme

( Come to the office later •• Jl Conlacl some clients

42. What will the man do Ihis afternoon? ) Meel wittl some clients

F Call the president's office ... Go to the emergency room I) Relocate his oHlce

43. What lime will the man start his appointmenllhis afternoon? II) Atl o'clock

AI2 o'clock AI 3 o'clock

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44. What kind of company does the man work for? (P I A detively service company (8, An Internel provider I c.. A mobile phone company ')) An accOllntant's office

45, How does Ihe man explain Ihe cllange in the woman 's bi ll? A The price milY have risen

Tile woman has two cell phones. (f' There was an accountmg error (01 The woman may have used her cell

phone more than usual.

46. What information does Ihe man ask the woman for? A Her InVOice numi1el '0 Her telephone number ,e Her monthly balance [ ) Her Identification number

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47. What is the celebra tion for? 53. Where is the conversation mosllikely laking i l\) The promotion of a coworker place? fB} The opening of a new oanquel facIlity (r\ At a shipping company \ C) The anniversary of the hotel fBi At an office buildmg (D) The retirement 01 a colleague ... ) At an offtce supplies store

101 AI a library 48. When will the celebration slart?

A) At 6:00 54. What does the assistant offer to do? , ,) At 6:30 ( . Help move the supplies .Cr AI 7:00 (13 Phone his manager D) At 7:30 t I ) Sign the form

(0\ Open tile conference room 49. Where wlll the woman go before the party?

(A) To a banquel hall 55. What will be delivered to the conference \8 To a holellobby room?

C) To a bakery lA, A bookshelf

10) To a supermarkel ( A filing cablnel I( ) Office supplies (l , Meel1l1g !ables

50. Why is William happy? (A) He created a new painting. (8, He recently won a prize. 56. Who most likely is the man?

(C, He met his favolile artisi. (,0 I An Information desk clerk

([)) He laugl1t hiS first art workshop. (8) A gift shop owner Ie) A parkmg allendam

51. What does William hope to do? (['I A supermarket cashier

(.'11 Take a vacation in the rail !,B) Sign up for a workshop 57. Where is the woman going?

C) Anend an awards banquet (A) To meet with a boutique owner

(I)) Join a group of artists (8) To VIS!! an art gallery rc.) To check )"ler order

52. What is William working on these days? I.m To walk around a shopping mall

I A) An 011 painting (B) A workshop manual 58. How does the man suggest lowering the

{C) A watercolor painlrng admission price?

10) A sculpture .l,) Rellirntng another day Calling the shop owner

Il Using a discount coupon 'D) Charging her the senior's ra te

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59. What color monitors are available now? 65. Where mosl likely does this conversation tAl White take place? 18) SIlver (A) At a shoPPing mall Ie) Black (B) Al a hair salon

)) Red (C) AI a fashion boutique (0) AI an art sludlo

60. How much does it cost to increase the size of the monitor? 66. What would the woman like to do? 1"1 $ 100 IAI Meel the receptionist (>JI $ 170 (8 ) Altend the "what"s hot" semInar Ie) S 200 Ie) Find a new hair stylist 1')\ 5300 (D) Change her half color

61. When can the man expect to receive his 67. Why did Ihe man vis it New York? monitor? (A) To see the sIghts I , In about a '.'leek (6) To learn about fashion (E In about two weeks (C) To buy hair products II In about three weeks (0) To attend a trallllng seminar

I) In about fOllr weeks

68. What is the man's problem? 62. What problem is lhe man faced with? (A) He forgot hiS new password.

IIH He doesn't know where the HR (8) He lell hiS 10 card in the HR deparlment department IS , IC) He can', access hiS messages.

fB He has 100 much work to prepare for the (0) His phone lines have been down aU meeting. afternoon .

ICl lie can'l open Ille garage 9.le by himself 69. Where wili lhe man probably go nex!?

I )) He wasn' t able to conlact the parking (A) To Ole HR department atlendanl. (8) To technical services

63. When d id the woman receive her parking (C) To the reception desk 10) To Ihe mail room

permit? IA) On Thursday 70. Where is the technical supporl statl of1ice ,BI On Friday located? le1 On Monday (A) BeSide the reception desk D) On Tuesday (8) Next to the

64. What does the woman suggest the man do? te) Across from the mail room (0) Near Ihe HR department

A I Fmdlhe parking allendanl '13) Park In another garage (e) Arnve al the office early

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Directions: You will hear some short lalks given by a single speaker. You wUl be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says in each shor1 talk. SeleCI the besl response to each question and mark the letter (A) , (8), (C), or (0) on your answer sheeL The talks will be spoken only one time and will nol be printed in your lest bOOk.

What is the reason for the call? 74. Who mosl likely is the speaker? (A) To gel Mr. Clifford's conlacllnformation (A) A construction crew member (8) To sel up an installation date (8) A steet englnee, (C) To diSCUSS available Internet packages (C) A ptant supervisor (0) To receive payment for a service (O) A company's dlreclor

What is Mr. Clifford asked to do? 75. How many staff will the company employ (A) Send an e-mail when it opens? (8) Calilhe company (Al SO (C) Drop by Ihe office (8) 75 (D) RegIster for services (C) 100

(D) 125 When does Katie expect to hear from Mr. Clifford? 76. Where was the first faci lity? (Al On Monday. between 8 and 6 o'clock (A) Milton (8) As soon as possIble (8) Portland (C) Before the installation date (C) 51. Louis (D) Alter Ille payment due date (D) Rochester

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77. Where mosllikely are the visitors? 83. What [s being advertised? II fJ\) A semi-conductor plan! (A) A trip to F ranee I B) A famous museum (8) A restauranl • • Ie) A large bakery's facltrl1es (C) A hotel (0) A supermarket 10) A lood market

78. What will happen at 2:00? 84. What is provided for dessert? (A) The visitors will ask quest ions. (A) Frun juice 1(3) The gUided part of IIle tour wilt end. (B) Fresh Iisl, (C) The tasting rooms will close. (C) Pastries (0) The VIsitors can take photographs. (D) A glass 01 wine

79. How long will the visi tors be on their own? 85. What does the speaker say about Chateau IA\ 30 minutes Francois? fH) One hour tAl The chef IS world-renowned. (C) Two Ilours (8 ) il lS open on weekends. !OJ Three hours (C) The view trom Ule deck is Impressive

(0) The lunch specials are Inexpensive.

80. What kind of business is the message for? (A) A political candidate's office 86. What is the announcement about? (B) A university registrar's office (A) Employment opportunilies with humarl (C) Ci ty Hallin Washington, D.C. resources

(0) A universily library (8) Information regarding interior decorating (C) Changes in the meeting schedules

81. What time does the facility close on Fridays? (D) Preparations for Ihe board meeting (II) 2 p.m. (B\ 3 p.m. 87. How can employees lind oullhe location 01 (C1 4 p.m their new offices?

(D) 5 p .m (A) By pl10nlng Ihe human resources department

82 . How can a caller speak with Edward (8) 8y speaking 10 their manager

Phillips? (C) By Visiting the lobby of the building

(A) By accesSing the list 01 facul ty members (D) By contacting Newport Painlers

(8) By speaking Wllh !Ile recephon slafl re) By dialing extension 15 88. What are staff asked to do on Monday

(0) By visiting the library during regular before they leave?

hOllr s (A) Clean up thelf workspace (8) Turn oif their computers (C) Contact the human (6sources

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89. What is the purpose of this announcement? 95. How long wililhe conference run? (A \ To tell about special oUers IA) A day (£3) To mlorm of a change in the store policy I BI Three days (C) To announce the store's hours ,CI A c·,eek (D) To Introduce sales aSSOCia tes (0) Three weeks

90. What is Ms. Williams' position? 96. What is the main subject of the conference? (A) Store manager (/\' Management techniques (8) Computer programmer (R) Organlzallonal behavior (C) Radio announcer (C) Tele-conlerenclng 101 Restauranl slalf (OJ Accounllng

91 . What can customers receive at no cost as 97. What must conference participants do they leave? following the lectures? (A) A lax machine t A) Raise quesllons on the lectures they ve 113) Computer paper heard Ie) A store ca talogue lE'I POSI lhelr responses on the conference (0 I A preferred customer card webSIte

C Meel WltI) Iheir colleagues ID) Submit a paper 10 FrancIs Lee

92. When willihe new system start? (A) Th iS afternoon (8) In two weeks 98. What's the purpose of this meeling? Ie, At the end ollhe month fA) To Introduce a new manager (0) Nexi month te) To announce a new seCLHity system

te) To develop (t new computer network

93. Whal does the speaker say is the benefit to (01 To address the issue 01 employee the change? productivi ty

fA) More effiCient communication IB) Prevent the loss of files 99. Where will this new policy be enlorced? te) Better secure Important data tAl Across the country (O} Allow staff 10 work less hours (B) Across Ihe cIty

C, Within fhe IT department

94. What does the speaker ask stalf to do? 10) WIthin the bUI/cllng (Al Obtam a nel,,, 10 card (8) E·mall group hies 100. Whal changes Ilave been made to the Ie) Copy eXisting hies computer system?

(Ol Rewnte files on the new server (AI Employees must now use a password. (8) Employees must now record their hours

I Employees must now use onty theIr own compuler

(U) Employees must speak 10 tllelf manager before uSIng lila computer.

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listening TEST

In the Listening lest. you will be asked to demonstrate how welt you understand spoken English. The enti re Listening leSI will lasl approximately 45 minutes. There are four paris. and directions afe given lor each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Do not wnle yOU! answers In Ihe test book.

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Directions: For each queslion In this part, you wilt hear lour statements about a picture in your lest book. When you hear the statements, you must seleel Ihe one statement Ihal besl describes what YOll see In Ihe picture. Then find Ihe number 01 Ihe Questton on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The stalemenls will not be printed In your lesl book and will be spoken only one l ime.


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Statement (C). "He IS wnling in a notebook," is the best description 01 the picture , so you should select answer (C) and mark it on your answer sheet .

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Oirections : You wil l hear a queslian or statement and three responses spoken 10 English. They will be spoken only one lime and wi ll not be printed In yOU! test book Seleci the best response to the quesl10n or statement and mark the letter (A), (8) . or (C) on your answer sheet Example

You will heal ' Where did you buy your lie?

You '0'1111 also hear: (AI Next t.me we'U do belter. (8) AI the downtown shoppIng centor (C I We'll rnove to a new building soon,

Sample Answer

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Directions: You will hear some conversa tions between two people. You will be asked to answer three queslions about what the speal<ers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark Ihe teHer (A), (8). (C). or (0) on your answer sheet. The conversations will be spoken only one time and will not be pnnted in your test book.

What is the man's problem? 44. What did Maria do this afternoon? (A) His computer IS broken. (A) Called the shipping company (8) His Internet provider closed down. (8 ) Sent a COLJpte of faxes (C) He cannot contact technical support. (C) Photocopied records (0) HIs Internet IS slow. (D) Drafted a proposal

Why does the woman recommend Roger's 45. Why would Ihe man like Maria to make a Inc.? phone call? (A) They offer great technical assistance. (A) To ensure the shipping is done (8) They provide a money-back guarantee. (8) To complain about a customer (e) They give discounts on used computers. (C) To order a replacement product (D) They repa ir computers free of charge. (D) To complete Ihe paperwork

What does the woman ask the man to do? 46. Why are the speakers concerned? (A) Go to a nearby computer shop (A) They need 10 deliver an order. (B) Give her name when ordering a service (9) They need to cancel an order. (el Talk 10 a service slaft member (C) They need more customer information. (D) E-mail the company hiS details (0) They need to fiX their rax macl1ine.

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47. When is the train supposed to leave the 53. Where most likely are the speakers? station? (A) Al a holel IA) AI 30'clock (S) AI a restaurant (S) AIS o'clock Ie) At a cooking class (C) AI 7 o'clock (01 At a farm CD) AI 9 o'clock

54. What does the woman ask the man to do? 48. What is the woman concerned about? (A) JOin hel fOI IUllch

CA) She canOl confiml departure 'Imes online. (S) Sring her lhe menu (8) She will be late for an appointment. (C) Make her a club sandWich (C) She has mrsplaced lhe conlacl (D) Suggesl somelhlng 10 eal

informai lon. Dl SI1e 11as losl some Imp0l1anl documenlS. 55. What will the woman probably do next?

(AI Dnnk her coilee 49. Why was lhe man planning to contact Ihe (8) COOk lood lor a Inend

partners? ICI Pay her brll (A) To disclIss lhe presentation (0) Consider whal she wanls to order (0) To arrange accommodation (C) To ensure Ihalilley received (he Illes lD) To obtain directions to the o ffi ce 56. What would the man like to do?

(AI Fill oul an application form (S) Renew t1is driver's license

50. When does the man oHer the return? leI Check his credi t raltng (A) In an hour (0) Obtain a credit card fB) In 1\''''0 hours (C) Tomorrow morning 57. Whal did tile man provide the woman wilh? OJ Tomorrow allernoon IAI Hrs credi l card

(13) HIS driver s license 51. Where is Mr. Michaels? (e\ HIS passporl

(Ai On a business trrp fOl HIS reference leller fB' In hiS oli lce fe) AI a meeting 58. What will the woman do? (0) Down(own (A) Fill oul Il1e application form for lhe man

52. What are the speakers talking about? (8) Photocopy the rnan's identification IC) Gel the man a new dnve(s license

(A) A presentation !O) Tell the man more aboullhe bank's (81 A shipment services (C) An offrce desk \D) A trip lI ineraty

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59. What's the main topic of the conversation? 65. Who most likely is Ms. Oias? I AI A restaurant reservation \/1) A Spanish dlploma\ .8, A business meeting (B) A Iranslalor lei A conference (C) A publisher tt IDJ A Job interview to) A marke le(

When will Sarah meet with the vice· 66. What would Ms. Dias like from the man? • 60. • " president? (AI A new publisher • • (A) Tomorrow 0 (BI A higher salary N

18) AI lI'e end of Ihe week (e) A new deadline Ie' At the begmnlng of next week (D) An assis lanl 101 AI the begmning of next month

67. How will Ms . Dias make the due date? 61. What request did Sarah make regarding her tA) By focusing only on the 1r8nslal ion of the

second interview? book (A To aller the locatIon 113) By delaY"lg a busmess Irlp , BI T 0 modify Ihe I,me ee) By hlfl ng an assistant (e) To change 1110 person inlerviewing her I D) By shortening the article

To reschedule Ihe day of Ihe Interview

68. What type at business is being talked about? 62. What would the man like the woman to do? (A I A Ira vel agency

\, Schedule a meeting (B) A grocery SIOfe 113) Con fact a client in New York (C) A magazine ((':) Gellnlormallon at a semlnaf (0) A restaurant (D) Make Iravel arrangements

69. How did the man learn about the business? 63. Where is Mr. Pauls going tomorrow? (1\) From a newspaper nrtlcle

A) To a bUSiness lunch (B) From a COlleague 131 To a marketing presentation (C) From a !ravel pamphlet

IG) To a training workshop iO) From a news program "I) To a client"s office

70. What did Ihe woman fike aboullhe 64. What does the woman in fer about Johnson business?

& Johnson? (A) The slaff (A They Will Increase the company·s profits. tB) Thelocallon B 1 The company Isn't very successtul fe, The a lmosphere Ie) The company wishes 10 relocate (0) The food 0) They wt ll Introduce new company

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Directions: You will heal some shorl talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three queShQns about what the speaker says in each short talk. Select the best response 10 each question and mark the leiter (A) , (8), (el, or (0) on your answer sheet. The talks will be spoken onry one lime and will nOI be pnnted In your tesl book.

What is the man calling about? 74. Why is the announcement being made? (A) A documenl (A) To direct people to customer service (8) An airline delay (8) To mform customers thallhe store IS (C) A p,ece 01lu9gage clOSing (0) A travel itinerary (C) To In!roduce the new manager on duly

(0) To advertise the poces of produce Where can Ms. Damon expect to receive the delivery? 75. Who should customers ask questions to? (A) AI her hole I (A) The manager (8) Allhe pOSI ofllce (6) The cashIer (C) Al lhe airporl (C) The secunty guard (0) At the secunty desk (0) The customer service representative

When can Ms. Damon expect the delivery? 76. What change will be introduced next week? (A) This morning (A) A new cashier wIll be hired (8) This afternoon {BI SpeCial discounts will be Introduced. (e) Tomorrow morning (C) The store will slay open longer. (0) Tomorrow afternoon (0) The store will receive a shipment.

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77. WhO most likely is the speaker? 83. Who is the subject of Ihis report? I I A wCliter f Ai A pianist

'81 A food crille (B) A Jazz artist A cook C} A radio announcel

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78. What accompanies the specia l dishes? 84. How old is Mr. Onawa? " • Pastries 'I) Eighl ;I •

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79. How mllch does the lavender mousse cake 85. At what lime on Friday will Mr. Onawa's cost? interview be on the air?

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i' Eighl doliars BI AI 9:00 A M J FI/teen dollars Ie) AI 6:00 P.M.

Ir Seventeen dollars IU AI 8:00 P.M

80. WhO is the speaker? 86. Who is Nathan East? A sales representative (A) An astronomer

I '\ A company's depanment head (8 An environmentalist

• ) A pubhc relations aHleer (Cl An urban planner )\ A newspaper Journalist (D) A chem.sl

61. Wilat is Ihis announcement about? 87. How does Ihe speaker know Nathan East? (II A new JOO opportunity .AI She attended one o t his prevIous talks

• I A newspaper ar1icle She assisted him on a research prolect A new product She dined With him In Tokyo. A rise m sales (01 She was one of his students.

82. According to the announcement. what wi ll 88. What does the speaker say about the staff members receive? audience?

) New employees \A) II has tost some key members. til Larger office space 8) It has done some excII1I1g research.

An Increase in bonus ICl ll IS qUi te small in nllmber The new product line 0) They are globally recognIzed

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89. What is Gossip Central? 95. Where did the meeting take place? fA) A magazIne (A) At a communlly college (8) A lilm (8) Al a local police division eel A radio show (C) AI Ihe counhouse (D) A concert (D) AI a Judge·s residence

90. Who is Sarah Polly? 96. What was the subject of the gathering? (AI A motivational speaker (A 1 Buildmg more public offices (BI An aClor (8) Lowering the cost of health care (C) A producer (C) Reducu19 tt1e number of police officers (0) A direclor (0) Improving the safety of the community

91 . How tong has Ms, Polly worked in her 97. Why were some people against the talks? industry? (Al Innocent people may be arrested IA) Five years (8) The number of Jobs will decrease. (8) Ten years (C) II will harl11lhe community. (C) Filleen years (0) The program wIll be 100 COSily. (0) Twenly years

98. What is being worked on? 92. What kind of company is being advertised? (A) The parkIng garage

(A) Shipping company (B) The main entrance (8) Renovation services (C) Tile shullie bus (C\ Auto repair shop (0) The computer network (0) Food delivery

99. When is the parking garage available again? 93. What has the company recently done? (A) Tuesday

(A) Introduced new products (8) Wednesday lB) Opened a new store (C) Thursday (C) Celebrated an anniversary (0) Fnday 10) Founded a new company

100. How does Ms. St. Pierre offer to help? 94. What do customers receive this weekend (A) Give directions to 111e parking lot

only with the purchase of a service (8) Write a report outlining the repairs package? (C) PrOVide transportation for employees (A) A free all change (0) Send slaff 10 help repair the garage (B) Free esl1males (e) Hourly selvice (D) A preferred customer card

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In the listening les!, you will be asked to demonstrate how welt you understand spoken English. The entire listening 1esl will lasl approximately 45 minutes. There are lour par1s, and directions are given for each parI. You must mark your answers on the separa te answer sheet. Do not write your answers in the tesl book.

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Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in yOUf test book. When you hear Ihe statements, you must select Ihe one statement thaI besl describes whal you see in Ihe picture. Then find the number 01 the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will nol be printed in your lest book and wit! be spoken only one lime.


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Directions. You will hear a quesHon or statement and three responses spoken In English They will he spoken only one lime and will not be pnnted in your lest book. Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the reller (A) (8), or (C) on your answer sheet

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Directions: You will hem some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three Questlons about wha t the speakers say In each conversation. Select the best response to each qU£lStiOll and mark the leller (A), (8), (C), or (0) on your answer sheet. The conversatJons will be spoken only one lime and will nol be printed in your lesl book.

Where are the speakers most likely? 44. Who is the man speaking with? lA/ At a shopping mall (A) A telephone operator 1,8) AI a convention center (8) A hotel manager 1(;) AI a local hotel (e) A city tour guide In\ At a company warel10use [D) A company chent

What will the woman give Mr. Dyson? 45. What is the man unsure ol? '\' An Information package IA) The name of hiS tour guide 8' A guest list (6) The hotel's acldress

Ie I A name tag (C) Tile name althe holel ) An operattng manual (0) The date he will be visiting

What does Mr. Dyson inquire about? 46. What will the woman most likely do next? I'\, The name of the conference (A) Look for other local hotels 81 The number of guests (8) Check tl1e hotel's faCIlit ies '"'., The location of an event Make a reservation

cD' The dates of Ihe semmar (D) Connect the call

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47. What did All ie bring? 53. What are the speakers talking about? \ A l Grilled vegetables i A mobile phone 0111 8) Sandwiches 11 A gas InVOice

('-, Beel kebabs Ie An electnclty payment 10\ FrUit ([I I A broken healing sys tem

48. What does J im complimenl Allie on? 54. Why does the man want to make a call? L\) Her pretty hvmg room \) To request maintenance slaH

(8) Her lovely allife (t. , To InqUire about gas rates IC) Her delicious lood Ie"' To discuss seulI1g up a new account (0 ) Her kindness iOI To ask for an addit ional InVOice copy

49. What is Jim doing? 55. What would the woman like the man to do? (AI Grilling beef (AI DISCUSS wUh her what he finds out (S I Culling up fruit Ir) Talk 10 the company about getting a fel Prepanng cocktail drinks discount (O) Making desser1 IG Help her With tile cost of her gas bill

\0, Ask ior belter customer servIce

50. Where is Mario now? At a chent's oU,ce 56. What IS the woman 's problem?

(8) AI Kensmgton Markel ("'-/ $11e IS late 101 an Important meeting I .) At the post alltce (H) Her e·mall account IS not working 0) AI the downtown office ., She misplaced an Important file.

(C She wasn't able to fmlsh the proposal. 51. What issue is Mario dealing with?

,A I An office renovation 57. Wllal will Ihe woman do at 1 o·clock b A new contract tomorrow?

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52. How does the woman suggest getting in (0) Contact the tecl)nlCal support learn contact with Mario? ,1\1 By gomg downtown 58. What will Bill most likely do next? ,8) By writing hun an e-mail /' 1 Order some office supplies Ie) By sending him a fax If) Negotiate a new contract (0. By calling hiS mobile phone I('l Delay a Illeetrng

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60. How long will Sue slay in Toronto? 66. Who does the woman want 10 speak to? (A) For one nigl1l (AI Store manager (8) For two nights (8) Sales representative (C) For three nlghls (C) Vice·presldenl (0) For lour nights 10) Secrelary

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62. What time are dinner reservations? (A) 7:45 (8) 8:00 68. Who most likely are the speakers?

Ie) 8:15 (A) BUSiness parlners (0) 8:30 (8) Contractors

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63. What does the man say about Frank? (0) Neighbors

(AI He's away on vacat ion. (8) He's unable to make It. 69. What problem do Tim's neighbors have? (C) He's meel ing II"rem lor dinner. (AI They have no electricity. (D) He's working tale. (8) Their car was sioten.

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\Al She has 10 walt tor a delivery lBl She has 10 park her car. 70. What needs to be repaired? [C) She has to make a pl10ne call. (A) The driveway

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Who is the message most likely directed at? 74. What is the purpose of this radio (A) Website designers announcement? (8) Professional accountants (A) To inform people 01 a city event (C) Irisl1 sludents B} To advertise a new project (0) Bank customers (C) To announce the closure of a park

(D) To arrange a city counCil conference What is inferred about the organization's employees? 75. From when will 51. Paul Street be closed to (A) TI1ey are curren tly on lunch break. vehicles? 'BJ They are attending to other customers. (A) November 9

They are presently not working. (8) November 10 (0) They are working at another branch (e) Novembe, 12

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What information can customers obtain from 76. Whal should people do if Ihey have the website? questions? (A) A list of new available products (Al Send an c-mail to the mayor (8) A I'SI 01 company employees IS) Fax the city council IC) Cost oflhe GOmpany"S producls (C) Calilhe tourrsm ofiice rO) The branch location and address {OJ E-mailihelf local police department

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77. What type of event is being hetd? 83_ What is the announcement about?

" A sportlllg event \/\) Vacam posillOns In a company A thealncal perlOfmance (B) A new financial report A concen rei HIring a new employee

f. An awards ceremony 10) Ways 10 enhance global marketing

7B. What will guests be doing at next month's 84_ How long did Ms. Reynolds work at The charity event? Optic Group?

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79_ What will happen immediately aller lunch? 85_ Where is the main office of Jones & BUl'\vel1 {q Award wmners Will be announced . Consulting?

(h) A dance performance will take place. (A) Madn,l ,f Speecl1es are scheduled to begin (8, London

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BO. What is suggested about Thompson's wristwatches? 86_ Why did the speaker leave a message?

'. They are inexpensive. (AI To give d irections to a new reslaUlanl They are manufactured In Ch.na 18) To talk 10 her boss about the new clients

I( They are sty lish (e) To Intorm her colleagues Ihal she Will be 01 They can be ordered online. lale

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B2. Whal should people do 10 receive a g.lI? :.D) A meeting among coworkers

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96. What city has been added 10 Barbara's 90. What did the speaker do al age twenty· five? itinerary?

{A He taught polit ics al a university. (AI Calgary (0) He became school president. lS) Honolulu (e) He met a famous pohHclan (CI Los Angeles \D I He slarted playing spons. (0) Chicago

91. How many regulations did the speaker 97. Why would the speaker like Barbara to introduce? contact him? fAI Twenty (AI To dISCUSS the difference III Ihe ticket ill) Twenty·five prrce Ie) Thirty (8) To arrange transportation to Ihe airport In) Forty (C) To confirm IIle locahon ot a meeling

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92. Who most likely is the speaker addressing? If') College professors 98. Where most likely is the talk taking place? (81 New employees (/1) In a hotel lobby (CJ Technical support siall (8) In a convention hall (D) Department managers te) In a manufactUring facilily

(D) In a radio siudio 93. Why are not many employees taking

courses? 99. What topic is Ms. Dupont speaking aboul? \A) They believe that they are 100 expenSive (II) Healthy lifestyle (81 They Ihlnk that Ihe courses are bonng. \8) Training doctors (C) They see no advantages In laking lI1em. (C) Traveling 111 France (0) H1ey are unaware thai the courses are (D) Presentation skills

ollered. 100. What has Ms. Dupont been invited to do?

94. What has Ihe speaker suggested the I Ai Wrfte a medical Journal article company do? DeSign a new Irall11119 program Ai Hold lhe COlllses 111 the company olilces Ie) J01l1 a medical profeSSional group

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In the LIstening lesl. you will be asked to demonstrate how weU you understand spoken English. The entire Listening test will lasl approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts , and directions are given for each part . You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. 00 nol write your answers In the lesl book.

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Directions; For each question in Ihis part. you will hear four statements about a picture in your test book. When you hear Ihe statements, you must select the one statement Ihal best describes what you see in the pIcture. Then filld Ihe number 01 the question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your lest book and wi ll be spoken only one lime.


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Directions . You wJiI hear a or stalemem and three responses spoken In English. TIley will be spoken only one lime and will not be prin ted In your lesl book. Select the best response to Ihe question or slalernerll and mark the letter (A). (8), or (C) on your answer shee!.

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Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You win be asked to answer three GueslIons about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the leiter (A) , (B), (C), or (0) on your answer shee!. The conversations will be spoken only one time and will nol be printed in your lesl book.

Why is the woman going to the cell phone 44. Where does this conversation probably take store? place? (A) To purchase a new phone (A) At a receptionist's desk IB) To call New York IB) In a manufacluring planl Ie) To buy a pllone baltery Ie) AI a lechnology exhibit (0) To have her phone fixed (0) In an eleclronics store

How willlhe woman gel to New York? 45. What floor is Mr. Kline's office on? IA) By plane IA) Thircl fB) By company car (B) Fourth lei By bus Ie) Fiflh 10) By Irain (0) Sixth

What does the man suggest the woman do? 46. Why does the man want to meet with Mr. (A) Visit clients in New York Kline? (8) Create an expense accOLmt (A) He would like to purchase a product. Ie) Keep a copy of t1er bills (B) He wants to implement new trainmg (0) Attend a conference programs.

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Ie) At a furmture store ID' Two weeks ago (0) At a vegetable market

54. What is inferred aboullhe shirt? 48. Why was the woman worried? (A) I1lsn'llhe r.ghl Size,

A) The collee pot was broken. I Bl It IS very expensive (8) The employees were complaining. (el It has a de/eel. r, C) They had 100 many customers (0 ) 11 is a popular colOI'. (Dl There was nol enough bread.

55. What does the woman ask the man for? 49. What will the man probably do next? 'A) HIS phone number

(J\) Help a customer 8) The original bd l (B) Slice some bread (( ) A copy of his invoice (C, Move a few tables (1 J The shipment date D) Arrange a meeting

56. What are the speakers discussing? 50. What are the speakers talking about? 11\1 The delivery 01 some papers

fA) Where they will get marned fS ) Hiring a new assistant 81 What they will do In the evening (e) Misaddressed envelopes C I Who they will inVite to the party (D) A company's sales report

(OJ How Ihey WIU gel to the hotel 57. Who is Ms. Green?

51. Who is (he celebration for? (A, A mall room employee {A Judi's parents (8 J A sates representative IB) A colleague IC) A seerelary of Ms Ughlen's (e, Barry's fnend (0 : A postal worker 0) A local caterer

58. What will the man most likely do next? 52. What will Judi most likely do next? (A) Ship a couple of packages

I A VISit her parents (6) Older some fde folders i B\ Make a dinner reservalton IC, Deliver the packages to Ms. Llgllten fL Contact hel clients \0) E·mall Ms. Llgllten the Illes 10) Dnve to the lake

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59. Where is the file? 65. Who most likely is the woman? u\ On a desk tA) A contractor

In a meeting room (8) A ciesigner I( I In a trlmg cabinet le i A company owner

I} In the sales office D) An event planner

60. What specific files does Il1e man wish to 66. Why were the renovations delayed? see? (A) Some supplres were delivered late IA New product lis lings (B) The or/Ice bUilding was locked d3 Sales stall performance resu lts (C) The shiPPing cornpany closed. <":1 The boardroom layout (0) The team was busy with another prolect. )) The company's assets

67. What does the woman expect to do in ."' 61. What does the woman suggest? October? 1\ I Meet Jack In Ihe boardroom IA\ Hire a new team " • ,H) Call a meeting will1 Ihe start (Bl Open tl1e 01llce5 " 0 • ,C- Create sates Iralnlflg courses (el Plan a party g ," Discount the company's products I D) Receive 11m supplies

,2. Where does the woman work? 68. What are tile speakers talking about? A financial institution (/\1 The local Ion of a bUSlOess trip

,131 An Internel provider (r) Tile resu lts of a marketing survey ( A shiPPing company (C1 An employee's attendance at a D A marketing company conference

Notes trom a recent convention 63. What is the purpose of the nlan's ca ll?

ft,} To ask for' Ihe company s services 69. Where is Josh? , To cancel a bUSlOess meellng (l\ [n hiS o lflce

To request a lob Interview B) On vacalton J To promote a new product (C'j In a restauranl

'0) In a meeting 64. What does tl19 woman request?

The company's account numbers 70. What does the woman say she will do? [ 1 The name of the man's frrm (/\) Reschedule conference

;1 The company's location (8) Go over IIle repOIls with Josh U The name 01 the finanCial institution Ie Mect Josh at Ihe airport

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Directions: You will hear some short talks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about wllat the speaker says in each short talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the leller (A). (8), (C), Of (0) on your answer sheel. The talks will be spoken only one lime and will not be pnnted tn your leSI book.

What IS Ihe purpose of Ihe message? 74. Who most likely is the speaker? tA) To request some Information IAI A tour guide (8) To repon a mistake (8) A cons truction worker (e) To arrange a meeting (e) An in terior deSIgner (D) To deliver an Item (0) A 91ft shop attendant

What probably happened to Kelly Sanders? 75. How does the masler bedroom differ from A) She lost her records. the other rooms?

(B) She didn't conlact her doctor. (A) II was decorated flrsl. Ie) SM took blood tests. (9) illS mucl, bigger than the others. (0) She missed her appoin tment. (C) It looks more nlocJern.

(D) It has 1110re furni ture. What is the calier waiting for? fA) Hospital forms 76. What was the cause of the delay in the 181 Test results design of the room? lC) A paymenllnvolce IA) Mr. Jenkins was depressed. (0) A medical prescription (B) Mr. Jenkins was starting a new bUSiness.

(C) Mr. JenkinS was lackmg money. (0) Mr. Jenkins was on vacation.

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,P They are not harmful. '13, At a concert hall tel They contain chemicalS ee) AI a film studio (D) They are expenSIve (0) At a conference center

78. What item was Andrea Vector previously 84. Why is the audience told not 10 lake experienced in? pictures? IAi IT products l/\) The sl10w IS being recorded. IB) Cl01l11ng (B) The pertormance IS beIng photographed iel Make'up Ie) Tile show is being broadcast live. ([II Hair products (DJ The Irghts are 100 dun. .,t

79. What will Andrea Vector discuss? 85. According to the announcement. what IS Ihe " ;AJ Instructions lor uSing her produc ts audience asked to do? (8) The advantages of skin care (A) Stand in line (C, Promotional ec1mpaigns (B) Present thei r llckets 0) The creation of a beauty product (CI Turn 011 cell phones

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80. What service does the company provide? "I Web design 86. Who is this announcement intended tor? B) Home construction (AI MeteorologIsts C) Cteanmg services t,8) Pedestrians

ID) Intenor design (C) Car drovers (D) Road construCtion workers

81 . What is the advantage in choosing Design Depot? 87. What has caused the change In the Iype 01 (AI Compelilive pnces precipitation? 8J Unique products I Cloudy skies

(C) Free home delivery (8) Water waste fIJI Prompt consultallon (C) All pOilu lIon

(0, Lower lemperalU1es 82. How can customers meet with a designer?

(/\ I By calling a number 88. What does Ihe report suggest? 1f3) By visiling the slore lAI Drive on main mads r I By lollIng oul a lonm 18\ Slay home

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90. What is Jesse unsure about? 96. What did Mr. Lee suggest about the event? (A) Who she will 111vile to dinner (A) He l1as cancelled Ille guest spp.aker. (8) Which restaurant they will go to (8) He can arrange a larger location. le) What time they W ill eat dinner (e) He wil l not be able to altend. ID) Where they should meet \0) He cannot set up lIle eqUIpment.

91. What will Jesse and her group probably do 97. What had Ms. Slayer requested? afterwards? I A) A bOllle of wale l (A) Go 101' drinks (B) A computer (8) Plan the Ie) A new presenler (e) Go shopping 10) A projector (D) ReseNe a lable

98. What did the survey show? 92. What is Ihe subject of the news report? (A) More people are watching teleVision

(A) A national park (8) Viewers enjoy commercials. (8) A local zoo (C) People are staying longer at the Of l ice Ie) CommerCial products 10) The number oi programs IS decreasmg. (0) Landscaping land

99. What does the speaker suggest is the 93. According to the speaker. what does reason for the change?

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(A) The Wildlife will relocate. (IX) The number of programs all'ed (8) It Will increase local business. (8) The number ot company employees

New homes will be bUilt. (C) The number of advertlsernents shown (0) They will change their mindS. (0) The number of nelworks

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Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer three QlleSltOns about what the speakers say tn each conversatIOn Seleci the best response to each queslion and mark the leller (AI. (6). (C), or (0 ) on your answer sheet. The conversations will be spoken only one lime and wilt not be printed in your leSI book.

Who is Ihe man buying 10(1 44. Where most likely are the speakers? IA) His children lA) In a mllseum (8) A close friend (8) At an auditorium box office Ie) HIS cousin Ie Al a store checkout I m A coworker 10) In a shoppIng mall

What time does the store open on 45. What is the purpose of the man's visit? Salurdays? (A) To buy Irckets to a performance IA) EIght o'clock (8) To return an unwanted item IB) NIne o'clock lC) To purchase an airline ticket Ie) Eleven o'clock To Invite a friend to a concert \0) Twelve o'clock

46. What section did the man originally want? What would the customer like the (A) Seclion A salesperson 10 do? (B) Sechon B tAl Provide a dIscount (C) Section C 18) Put aside an Hem at the stofe (0) Sect ion D (e, Open the store earlier to) Exchange an ilern

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(0 ) Find an a-mail address j C. ) The fmanclal reports Will be distributed 10 employees.

48. What does the woman have to do with the tr'J An important meeting Will be held. new clien ts? AI She must send them an e-mail. 54. What did the woman do last montt)?

\6) She musl send them able. Attended a social func tion rl She must Sign a new contract )) Worked on a computer Virus

(t'l She must S81 up a meeting I Hired a new director Installed new locks

49. What does the man say about the new company pOlicy? 55. What does the woman suggest the man do?

,X) A director must attend a new chellt Manage the chams more poli tely meeting. J Get help to comple te the reports

'R, E-mail addresses muSI be listed on the Work In her olllet? 10 complete the report contact sheet. Submll the reports to the board

... ) Supervisors must be Introduced to new cllenls.

10) Files must be sent bye-malt \0 a 56. What are the speakers discussing? supervisor A Submil1ing a budget report

18 Compleltng financial stalements

50. Why is the woman going 10 New York? I -, Arranging a business Inp \0 New York r n I Working overtime

(A) To give a presentation B To meet With a clienl 57. What does the woman say about the finance

(\.;) To vlsllthe sights department? IDI To attend a bllslIless conference They haven ', returned I"ler calls .

, [. They I"laven't completed the work 51. What time wi ll the woman arrive at the They aren't Walking velY hard

station? r The director \'1as on a bUSiness trip_ IAj AI 30'clock IS'r AI 4 o'clOCk 58. What will ihe woman probably do next? (C) AI 5 o'clock I She will contact someone rn New York 10) AI 6o'clock (t..) SI18 Will tell the director 10 cancellhe

52. What will the woman do while she is waiting? meeting

Il l Si1e 'NIH tell finance to change the ir work IAJ Eat dtnner plan. !(3) ReView her notes I [) She Will move to another clepartment Ie.) Schedule a meeting to, Work on a presentation

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60. What does the man say about Singapore? 66. What is the man currently working on? '\) He wenllhere on Ilis lasl vacallon. (1\) ContactIng the conference presenters

(8) Thele are many places to visIt. (8) FlIlishmg reports lor the convention Ie) The ai rfare IS expenSive (C) Confirming the number of guests (1\ I TIckets are not available. (0) DecIding the locahon of Ihe conventton

61. According to the man, what difficulty do 67. Why is the woman concerned? many people experience in Singapore? (A) They have not inviteel enough guests (1'\,) Weather condllions (8) Tl1e list cannot be found,

Accommodation (C) They will not have enough lime to (e) Transportallon prepare. ')) Language barners ',0) T I1e conference schedule has changed

• • 62. What are the speakers talking about? 68. Where do the speakers most likely work? 0 • (A) Whem 10 buy a computer IA) An office supplies store \8) When to access the cornpw er network (B) A consultfflo Il rm Ie) Where to store computer fIles (C) An IT company [DI Hov-.' 10 receive electronic documents (D) A pubtish;ng company

63. What ooes the man svggest they oo? 69, What (ioes the man inteno to Jinish by next IA) Call an external IT finn Tuesday? \8) Hire a new IT technical assis tant (A) tnsta ll some soiCware 1'-'1 Reduce the number of files stored (B) Creale a network to, Upgrade the computer network (C) Register some complaints

(0) Purchase some equipment 64. What department will most tikely help the

man? 70. What is the woman's problem? tAl Human resources (A) Slle can'l access the websile ,PI Accounting (B) She has many meetings to attend fC) Ma(ketlng (e) She doesn't know ho"." to Install the 01 Information technology program,

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What is being advert ised? 74. What should the customer do to set up an (A! Digital cameras Internet connection? (13) Professional photography lA"t Press two on the telephone Cl Hol iday movIes (8\ Press nine on t/1e telephone rDI EleClronlCS exhIbItion I C) V,slt the website

)) Visil a store locallon What group does the advertisement focus on? 75. How long will Zodiac coupons be available ('\) Families on the website? fBI Professional photographers IA) Only today (C) Office workers (8 For the next two weeks (01 Students It::;) For SIX months

iDI Unlll December Where is Gibby's Electronics located? (II, On tile hIghway 76. Where can the customer use Zodiac (B} In 1I1e electronics district coupons? (Cl Downtown (A) On the website (D) Next to the market (8) At a Zodiac store

(e l At any electronics slore (0) ft.t the customer service center

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77. What is this seminar about? 83. What IS needed at Ihe lime of installation? Increasing overseas bUSiness IA} Photo Identlflcation Improvlflg customer !ela tions IBl Pay",enl

I Creatrng a new eJeparlrnefll r) An order pacl<age l Developing a company website (n, A technical aSsistant

78. What should employees do alter reading the 84. Approximately how long does the installation company policies? process take?

D,scuss the policies AI Twenty-five minutes I, Wnw the policies down on paper tBJ Half an hour .( f Correct the grammatical errors 'e) One hour ,r Share then Ideas wltn the group DJ Two I)ours

79. Wllere does this ta lk lake place? 85. What happens if you are not present for the 1\1 a tralnmg seSSion Installation?

• AI a restauran t (AI You are nOI permllted (0 enter the home. '_1 At a Job IntervIew (m You must make another apPoIntment

I On a webSIte ie, You must cancel your subscnptlon. rn) You must reglstor online. e

BO. To whom is the speaker addressing? 0

I Real eSlale agents 86. What is Dr. Robertson 's profession? I Investors IA She IS a rnoliv2110na l speakeI'

Apartment tenants (8' She is an Intemallonal financial analyst Olflce workers (C I She is an environmental researcher.

([) Sile works for an elecillclly p!'Ovidef. ,j l. Whal does 1I1e speaker say about Ihe

oHices? 87. What will Or. Robertson lalk about? A They are completely IUlnrshed ,0\) Her research group's need lor hnanclng

They each have balconies. B) The besl methods for conduCli r"lg group Most 01 Ihem have already femed researCh

.r Thev have a popular and common C I The benefIts at rnlernal lonal research deSign collaboration

[) Ways 10 reduce the harmful effects on 2. What will Ihe group do atter the tour? tbe environment

Fin iSh the cans lruci lon Have lunch 88. What will happen after the speech?

Attend a speech tAl Participants wrll eat lunell Fill oul a form fB) Delegates Will wnle a repon

(C I Questions can be asked. (D) 01. Robertson Will sign autographs .

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89. What is the reason for the caU? 95. What IS the purpose of the meeting? (Al To confirm the customer's address (".1 To talk about new chen I accounts td) To notify the customer 01 an order (R) To announce a new finance policy

problem (C) To Introduce new employees Ie) To receive payment for the pll(ctlase tD} To speak about overspending to, To purchase office equipment

96. What is part-time staff expected to receive? 90. What does Il1e caller offer Mr. Underwood? (A) Cash bonus

(A) To deliver the equipment herself (81 Less responsibility 113) To lei 111m use a comparable pnnter (C) More work hours (Cl To provide hUll wi th additional software rD) Credit cards (0, To give Ilim a discount on his order

97. When should employees contact HR? 91. What will be delivered to Mr. Underwood on (A) By the end of Ihis week

Thursday? (B) The beginning of next week IAI General office supplies (e) By }he end of the month (13) Computers (O) The beginning of next month [C) Prrnter cables (0) A computer networking system

98. What is Irene phoning about? (AI A Ie 51 resul t

92. What is the purpose of this speech? 1.13) A request for blood donations IAI To introduce tile presenters (e) A job opportunity (8) To invite guests to dinner I D) An upcoming apPolnunenl (e) To cance l future pedormances (01 To celebrate an opening ceremony 99. What should Jemma bring wi th her to the

appoiolmenl? 93. How many performances are scheduled tA) A credit card

over the next tew months? \8) The results of her tests Five (C) Her 11eallh card

f£l} Six 101 A photo of l1er lamily (C) Elghl (DJ Ten 100. When will Jemma find out about her test

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In the Listening test. you will be asked 10 demonstrate how well you understand spoken English. The entire listening lest Will last approxima tely 45 minutes . There are four pans. and directions are given for each part . You must mark your answers on the separate answer shee!. Do not wrile your answers in the lest book.

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Directi ons: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be askecl to answer th ree questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to each question and mark the leller (A), (8), (C), or (0) on your answer sheet. The conversations will be spoken only one lime and Villi nol be pnnted In your lesl book.

Why has the man not purchased his ticket 44. What are the speakers talking about? yet? (A) Making a presentation j He's waiting to schedule a meeting . (B) GOing out socially (B) The trains are under repair. (C) Gelling a discount al the caletena Ie The l ickets are sold oul. (0) Prepanng appetizers D Some routes have been cancelled

45. What did the man do yesterday afternoon? When does U1e woman suggest Ihe man go? (A) Worked on a presentation tAl Sunday (B) Had a meetmg with some clients

Monday (e) Went out with some coworkers C Tuesday (0) Attended a company D Wednesday

46. When will the speakers meet? What is the man planning 10 do on Monday? (A) 6:00

Fly to Denver (B) 6 :30 )1 Auend a training program (C) 7:00 ,.. Go on a holiday (0\ 7:30

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(8) In an office building (BJ Leave earty C) Al a flnanClal lnslltullon Ie) Work late to In a post office ,J I Arnve early tomorrow

48. What does the woman suggest they do? 54. What does the man say about Trevor? 1\1 Stay and wall In line A He can help wltl, the repon . 8) Postpone the presentation (O He will contact the chen t In Chicago.

lei Call the director (C) He will arrive late tomOHQW morn ing. (0) Return agam later (0) He can answer 1I1e phone.

49. What is the woman concerned about? 55. What did the man do today? IAI II a report 51)e asked for is ready (A.J Flnls l'led the report 81 Where the meeting will be held 'B Spoke with hiS cllen\ " If the meeting room IS 100 small (C) Contacted Trevor )) What time the presentation W lrt begin (0) VIsited ChIcago

50. What will most likely happen on 56. Where did Adam stay in Las Vegas? Wednesday? \ '" I In a holel f' The man will go nome early. I.BI HIS cousin's l10use 8; The man wIll be Intelvlewed by Mr ( , In an express bus

Franklin In a small Inn The man W Ill read an accounting book.

,n, The man will change depal1ments. 57. When did the woman go to Las Vegas? Last week

51 . What does 111e woman suggest the man do? (8 Last month Go home early to prepare for a meeting " Six months ago

l I VIS II the accounhng department iO) Two years ago ! Buy Mr. Franklin breakfast

0) Altend a training session 58. How did Adam mostly spend his vacation? (A) FIshIng

52. What will the woman probably do next? (BI Gamblrng (AJ Interview an appl icant (C) Visiting illS parents r Speak with Mr Franklin 101 Relaxmg al home C VISII the accountIng department

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9. Why are drinks nol included with lunch 65. How did the man learn aboul lhe posi tions? anymore? A HIS fnend IS In the HR department

-hey lost one 01 therr main supplier!' 8' He saw an ad In the paper There IS a coHee shop nearby. C) He was searchIng their website.

) Not many people drink .;:olfee. (0) He conmcted Ille markellng d,VIsion. Tile company is trying to saVQ money

66. Why would Ihe man like to work in 60. What is the man's concern? marketing?

I GOUlg to a ncarby cafe ., He can make a 101 of money. Looking for a new Job 0, He has a frrend In Ihal divIS1Or). PaYIng 101 a drink 1.;1 11 involves a lo t of trainlilg. Sendmg In a complalnl (0 1 He has experience In Ihal field .

6!. Why does Ihe woman recommend Ihe coffee 67. What wHl the man probably do next? shop? (AJ VISit another company

, Her iriend owns the shop ,8) Wllte out hiS resume The company pays for lhe bill (e Walt for an Interview 1 he coUee tastes fresh o Contact the markellng dlVISIOl1

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68. Who most likely is lhe man? ttl 62. What are the speakers talking about? (/\) A park supervisor \) Ashlpmem 18, A real estate agent e

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J A colleague 69. Why would 1119 woman like to rush the

03. Why is Grace Cameron unavailable? purchase? She Isn·1 In Ihe office today. (t., She IS Interested 10 jOlnlOg the team

1 She IS on vacation. /8) Her office building IS expenSIve. ., She is in a rneelmg. (C) Her company IS launching an advertlsmg

f She is away al lunch campaign soon 0, She would liKe to be closer 10 home

64. What does the woman offer to do? E-mail It to Grace 70. What will determine Ihe selling price?

1 Fax II to her boss (I\) The number of people Inlelested In the Sign the form space

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Where is the speaker? 74. Where does the speaker probably work? (A) In a medical clinic (A) Computer repair shop (8) In an II1surance office (8) Internet cafe (Cj At school (e) Software manufacturing plant (0) In a sporls equipment store (0) Auto (cpem shop

What information should be included on the 75. When was the compu ter originally schedule(1 form? to be delivered? IA) Height and weight (A) Yesterday (8) Blood pressure reading IBI Two days ago (C) Medications being laken IC) Today (0) Home address (0) Last week

What will happen after the form has been 76. What time wi ll the business open tomorrow? l illed out? (A) At 6 a.m. (A) The bill must be paid in full. (8) AI? a.m. (8) Laboratory lests will be run. (C) At 8 a.m (C) Blood pressure and temperature will be (0) At 9 a.m.

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78. Where is the guest speaker schedule 84. What does the speaker say about the posted? products? (AI In Ihe Iran i layer (A) They were more expensive. a long lime (8) OUlslde the conference 11all ago. (e) Al lhe receplion desk (B) They I,ave helped millions of people. (0) In auditorium (C) They used to be solei only in a small

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79. What will the participants do after lunch? (0) They t18ve always been available: online . (A) There will be a surprise guest speaker. (8) The opening speeches will be gIven. 85. What is being advertised? (e) A shorl video will be screened. (A) New model of computer (0) A financIal paper will be presented. (8) ComplJter tra imng program

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80. When will the renovations start? (AI In two weeks (8) In November 86. When wililhe Irade show finish? te) At Ihe beginning 01 next month (A) Seplember 15th

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82. What does the speaker wish 10 ta lk about at (0) Office furniture the next meeting? 11\) When to begin the renovat Ions 88. How will this event help Chicago? (9) How Tiley will budget for the renovations (A) The aIr pollu tion In the cI ty will decrease. te) What new (Iepartments to create (B) Tourism to the cilY will increase. (0) Whose suggestions wilt be included (e) OrganIzers are makIng a donation.

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90. How might people know Martino Lopez? 96. What benefits will the bridge bring? (A) He has written books. (AI Add 10 Ihe cily skyline (B) He has a popular name. (6) Reduce the number of Hamplon Ie) He works fOf a famous company residents (0) He has appeared on IIle show before. (e) PrOVide the mayor with exposure 10 Ihe

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(Ol in New York (A) TIlls summer (8) At the end ollhlS year (C) At the begmmng of next year

92. What is the purpose of this announcement? (0) Nex.1 spring

tA) To welcome guests to II1IS year's charity dlnne,

(8) To announce tl1e winner of Ihe raffle 98. Where most likely is this announcement

(C) To thank guests for thei, contribu tions laking place?

(0) To raise awareness abaut cancer fA) At the customs oltlce

researcl1 (8) In an airport tCl ln a res taurant

93. When willihe promoters thank the guests? (DI In a Ira vel agency (A) Before dinner (8) Before the dance 99. What is the reason far the flight's delay? (C) Just before dessert 'A) Bad weathercondJ!tons

\0) After dinner (S) Power rai/lire (C) MeGhanlcal problem

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(A) To support cancer research projects (8) To found a sct1ala,shlp for students 100. What are passengers asked to do? ee) To build new office buildings fA) listen far iurther announcements

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41. Whal would Ihe woman like? (A) Some water IB) Some dessert Ie) Her bill ID) A glass 0 1 wIne

42. Whal does Ihe man oller 10 do? (A) To bring her some water (8) To speak with hiS manager lei To get her bill 0) To lind her wal ler

43. How long has the woman been waiting? (A) For 5 rmnules (8) For 10 minutes lel For 15 minutes ID) For 20 mll1utes

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44 . How did the man get to Montreallasl year? (A) By bus IBI By plane Ie) By car (0) By Irain

45. Why does Ihe woman agree 10 drive 10 Montreal? (A) Driving is faster. (B) II will be less expenSive Ie) She doesn'l like to lIy (D) There aren't any lickets avaIlable.

46, Whal does Ihe man ask of Ihe woman? IA) To IlI1d a hotel IB) To conlact two peopte (e) To reserve tickets (0) To pay for gas

47. What are the speakers talking about? 53. What is the man working on? IA) Gomg shopp,ng (h) The conuaCl with U1e new partners (8) Dinner plans (8\ The stall directOry and phone hSIinCl C) Their friends (C) The bUSiness tnp expense repor1

(0) A new store (0) The company's financial data

48. What does the woman like about the 54. Where will the woman be on Wednesday? bakery's bread? (AI In her ofilee (A) Taste B) At home 18) Freshness Ie) On a business tnp (Cl Ingredients 10) AI an employee orientallon (0\ Size

55. When will the woman help the man? 49. What will the woman probably do next? ,A) Tuesday

IA) Order takeout food 16\ Wednesday IB\ Call her boss IC Thursday II,) Go 10 lhe supermarket (0; Friday 10) Prepare some side dishes

56. Where is lhis conversation probably taking 50. What is the woman planning to do? place?

fA) Rent an office space (AI In an office ,'81 Purchase an office space U I AI a doctor's oliice C) Purchase office supphes 1(,) In an office supplies store

10'1 Open a real estate account u) In a boutique

51 . What does the woman say about 57. How does the man usually gel 10 work? purchasing? I ;'\, By subway AJ It will damage her C(edll roling , 18) By bus

(6) It will COsl too mucl1 money IC) By car (CI II is not an efiiciem use of money, I")) By Iraln (D) Ills a way for tlef 10 make money,

58. When will the meeting probably begin? 52 . What feature does the woman want the (AI In 5 minutes

space 10 have? r8) In 30 minutes IA) A view of the nver (e) In a couple of 110lJ(S (8) Proxllnily 10 the elevators to) Tomorrow morning (e) Less than 800 square feel (0) Large windows

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59. What is the man expecting by post? 65. Wllat is the purpose of the woman's call? [}\I An invHatlon (A, To offer a discount telephone service (e) Contacl rn[ormal10n IB) To try and sell a new product Ie) Manufacturing costs (C) To ask about prorJuct pricing 1)1 Sales dala (0) To update Ihe man's contact information

60. What would the man like the woman to do? 66. What is the diHerence with BTB? I (, Return the document to the Sao Paulo A) Great customer service

office 19) A lower monUlly bill Change Ihe delivery Information ji:) An upgraded prodLlcl Contact 1118 Tokyo brancll office i O) Belter qual ity service

II») Deliver the Brazilian document to the finance divIsion 67. What does the man say he will do?

AJ LOOk up some more mfmmatlon 61. What is the man scheduled to do later? 9 ) Speak wilh 11is secretary

1\) Leave fOf a bussness tnp .) Think aboullt a IIltle longer (13, Organize a busmess luncheon 101 Swllch prOViders Immediately

Have a conference call Visil produClion facl lilles

68. What is the purpose of lI)is conversation? I A) Visiting a branch office

62. Which department do the speakers probably $3) Developing a business contract work in? 'e) Taking part In an audition $ The accounting department ID) ArrangIng files for nn Budil

\BI The technical suppen team (,"/ The marketing diVISion 69. Why can't the speakers begin in the I [I) The sales depar1menl morning?

fA) The woman has 100 much work to do 63. What does the man say about the marketing (f3l There isn', a place to meet • 0

department? (c, The man has a prior engagement 1,\ They are on a busmess Inp. (0) They are scheduled to attend a meellng q\ TI1ey have already been 10 the

workshop. 70. What does the woman suggest the man do? (L.) Tiley are meeting WIt!1 Mr Towers

(A) Begin the review 0 1 operations (ll They have a project to Ilnlsl1. (BJ Finish hiS meeling earlier

What will Ihe learn do aHer the workshop? (C) Stay tate 10 complete the repol1s

64. 1,0) Make an arrangemenl With his chen Is I Go back to the of lice II.) Meel with the marketing department lei Go out to eat (1)1 Meet With Mr Towers

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Di rections: YOll will hear some short lalks given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the speaker says ill each shori talk. Selec! the besl response to each question and mark the letter (A), (8) , (e), or (0) on your answer sheel. The talks will be spoken only one time and will not be printed In your test book.

71. What is the purpose 01 the announcement? (A) To report a schedule change (B) To announce a new performance date (C) To promote a new dancer (0) To talk about sealing arrangements

72. Where most likely is the announcement being made? (A) AI a rlluseum (8) At an advertlsmg frrm (e) At a dance school (O} At a theater

73. What time wililhe performance begin? (A) 6:30 p.m . tA) 7:00 p.m. (e) 7:30 p.m. (0) 8:00 p.m.

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advance. (8) MI. Parnell has some air miles. (C) May has a partnership with Ihe airline (0) Mr. Parnell booked a 110lel as well.

75. What will the travelers receive upon arrival in Barcelona? (A) A complimentary lunell (8) Taxi service (e) A city tour (0) A spa package

76. What restriction applies to the travel package? (A) The package IS non· refundable. (B) The discount applies only to Me Parnell (e) Tilere is an addi tional charge lor a laxi

service. (0) The amount of baggage is limited

77. Why should people share Ihe workbooks? 83. What mosl likely is Bill Buchanan's fA) To 11elp each other learn profession? i!3) To complete the assignments qUlcker (AI ConstructIon manager Ie) There aren't enough copies for (S) C,IY ,nspeclor

everyone. (C) Designer ,I)) Not enough people have attended. (D) Office reception lSI

78. What is the lecture about? 84. Where will the two men meet? tA) How to conduct an Instructional (A) Al M,lle(s off'ce

workshop (S) Al Ihe Kenl Slreel S,le (:3) How to IJse a new type of software (e) At the Ulspector's office (C) How 10 sell computer soHware (0) AI Buchanan's ollleD (0\ How 10 download software lrom the

Internel 85. What is the reason for the message? IA) To make a change In the cost of

79. What will everyone do after they finish matenals reading page 54? (8) To discliss Ihe construction plan IAI DISCUSS the problem WI1/1 il1elf panner Ie, To alter the number 01 workers needca (8) Practice a common computer situatIon (D) To diSCUSS a problanl with The bUilding's IC) Close Ihell books structure '0) Raise some questions

86. What is the reason for this talk? 80. Who is Richard Siokes? tAl To thank people for an award

(AI A guitanst (9) To Introduce a new franchise ttl 18) A lesl,val planner lC) To p,oll1ote a new prOject Ie) A radio SllOW host (D) To celebrate a promotion E (0) II poel • " • 87. Who is the speaker? " 0

81. Why Is Myra Jones returning to New York? CA) A motivational speaker ,

(AI To play al a rock lestival (8) A franchise developer lB) To vis II the racllo station (C) A sales assocIate (C) To record a new album (D) The owner of lI,e company (0) To meet some guests

88. How many stores does Klein Grocers have? 82. How can the listeners ask questions? IA) One

1111 Call Ihe slu(l,o (13) FOI1y (8) Attend Ihe New York Rock FeSllval te) Seventy-five Ie) Buy Myra's new album (D) Two hundred (D) Send Ille slallon an e-mail

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89. What should employees do when they first 95. What is the main subject of this report? arrive for their shift? IA) Constructing a new city park I A) AnS\Ner the phone fBI Building a production facility (8) Go to tl1eir work station (e') Requesllng local government support

Speak to theif iralner /0) Hinng a chalfman lor Appleton \ 0) Sign In Wltt1 their employee 10

96. According to the report. what is important 90. How rang will the employees be trained? about Houston?

(A) A week tAJ It IS localed close 10 the border (81 Ti1ree weeks (B) It has favorable weather conditions lei A monlh (e) II has a large populallon . (0) Two months (01 It has favorable tax laws

91. What is in the training manual? 97. What did Mr. Becket announce? lA) Answers to common questions [AI He wants to stay In Houston for len (13) Rules and regulations years Ie, Employee ID numbers (S) He thinks thallhe local government has • DJ Client contact mlmbers been helpful

(C) He doesn't want to leave New York. (0) He w.lllwe many local reSidents.

92. Who most likely is the speaker? (i.\) A museum tour gUIde tB) A university studenr 98. Who is Ihis advertisement most likely lor? te) An ali colleclol (A) Exercise trainers fQ) An antiques dealer (B) Telephone operators

(C) Busy exerCisers

93. Wll0 does the museum benefi t? (0) Gym owners

lo''\) The a.1 gallery owners IBI The gill shOp 99. What do the OVOs do? ((;) The community fA) Make a workoui more eflectlve (0) The lour guides (8) Reduce work·related stress

Ie, Reduce costs 94. Where will the vis itors go after the tour? (O) Make exercIsing bonng

(A) To see tile artwork rEl) To Ihe gill sl10p 100. What should the listeners do to receive a 1(;, To the museum restaurant greater discount?

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Where is tile conversation probably taking 44. Where do the speakers most likely work? place? (A) AI a rugby siadium

Flower shop (8) At a newspaper company Cooking school r,G) For a sports team

(C Grocery store 1.0) AI a bookSlore 1.0 Cafe

45. What would Ihe man like to do? What does the woman ask the man? (A \ Feature rugby [A) Location of a product IEl) Cover goll b The price of fiowers Ie) Write a new article 'r Ingredients of a product (01 Walch a foolball game ,J The man's positton

46. What does the woman say aboul rugby? What mosllikely will the man do now? tAl Josh IS a big fan of tile sport. Iill Call for assistance i81 It IS growing in popularily.

) Help the woman to locate the II em iC) It is clifficuilio play. I t Give the woman a map of the slore (D) Not many people like it.

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47. Where would the woman like to work? 53. What project is the man working on? (A) Restaurant (A) Renting equipment (6) OHice (9) HostIng dinner parties (C) HR department (C) Inslalling carpeling (0) Holel (0) Renovating a basement

48. What kind of employment experience has 54. Why does the woman want to use the room the woman had? on Thursday? (A) Housekeeping (A) She IS away lor the rest of the week. (6) Waitress (8) She decided to use hardwood instead. (C) Chef (C) She and her husband are home on (0) Flighl aHendanl Thursday.

(O) She is having guests over Ihal nigl11. 49. What will the woman bring to the interview?

(A) Identification 55. What wililhe woman do for the man? (9) An application form (A) Wait until next month to finish (C) A resllme (Bj Help remove the equipment (0) References (e) Install a new Sink

(0) Take the man to the party

50. When will Sue begin her trip? (A) Monday 56. What will the man Iry 10 do on Monday? (6) Tuesday (A) Contact the accounting department (C) Wednesday (8) Order a new copier (0) Thursday (C) Launch a new campaign

(0) Meet with the director

51. What is Sue looking forward to doing? (A) Meeting chents in New York 57. Why is the man unable to use a copier? (6) S,ghlseeing in Manhattan (A) The office supphes store was closed. (C) Hiking in Central Park (8) Tile accounting department has a new (0) Transferring to the Manhattan branCh budget.

(C) The order of a new copier is cancelled.

52. How does the man describe Central Park? (0) The department supervisor is on leave.

(A) II is quile small. (8) The scenery is beautiful. 58. What are the speakers going to do?

(C) II is very crowded. (A) Go and complain

(0) There are a 101 of Ihings 10 do . (8) Work overtime (C) Purcilase a new copier (0) Leave work early

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59. Why is the man calling? 65. What most likely is the man's profession? (A) To cancel his appoin tment (A) An accountant (8) To advertise full'lime employment (8) An oUice supplies manulaclurer (C) To request an interview (e) A delivery Iruck driver (0) To inquire about a lob application (0) A shop salesperson

60. When are they scheduled to meet? 66. When will the man most likely arrive al the (A) On Monday office? (8) On Tuesday (A) In 30 minutes (e) On Wednesday (8) This afternoon (0) On Thursday (C) Tomorrow morning

(0) Tomorrow ai1ernoon 61. Where is Mr. Jenkins asked 10 go for the

interview? 67. Why is the woman worried? tA} To the information desk (A) She can' t copy some files. fBI To the lobby (BJ Slle has lost an important file. (e) To 1116 conference room (C) She missed a meellng Ihis morning. (0) To the sixth floor (0) She has broken the company's vending

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62. What would the woman like to do? See a movie 68. Where mosllikely is this conversation?

(8) Read an article (A) At a clothing store Ie) Talk 10 the man's SISler (B) At a bookstore fO) Make copies of a proposal (C) Al a cafe

(D) At a newsstand

63. What does the man say about the movie? IA) He's already seen it 69. How would the woman like to take her (6) He doesn't think it 's very good. purchase?

(C) II's showing a[ a local tl1eater. (A) Gilt·wrapped (0) It is very controversial (8) As It is

(e) In a shopPing bag • 64. What does the woman ofter the man? (0) Covered in newspaper • g

(Al To lend him a copy of [he movie (6) To give him a copy 01 some reviews 70. Why is the woman unable to pay by credit

(e) To give him her sister'S e-mail card?

(D) To discuss lhe movie with him (A) 8 11e lost her credi t card yesterday. (8) The credi t card was unaull10flzed. (C) The business does nol accept checks. (0) Tile cost 01 the purchase IS not enough

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Directions: You wHi hear some shorl talks given by a single speaker. YOll will be asked 10 answer three questions about what the speaker says in each shan talk_ Seleel the besl response to each question and mark the leiter (A), (8). (C), or (0) on your answer sheet. ThE:! talks will be spoken only one time and will not be printed In your test book.

Who most likely is the speaker? 74. Who is Penelope Andreas? A) A salesman (A) An edlto'

/SI A wedding planner 8} A musical actor {I.. ) A photographer '("\ A tourist Q An art gallery owner IDJ A poel

What does the speaker say about good 75. Where is the interview taking place? equipment? ) In BlIenos Aires f\J It is difficult to hnd. (8) In London

fB) It is necessary to create good work Ie) In Montreal .) II IS very expensive. 0) tn Toronto

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What wi ll happen at the end of the Andreas? demonstration? \A) Her talents are not well known. A I James Will go Sl1opping. (E ) She Will answer questions.

(& A book will be distributed. Ie Her appearance wilt be brief. The listeners will take pictures. D J She will be leaving lor Buenos Aires

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C Healthcare providers (8) To Inform an employee of a schedule I r H people change

(Cl To inqUIre about a slaff member's plans

78. What is being advert ised? on Fnday

I A I The Olympic Games (0) To remind an employee about a lunch

lSI A new manual lor dieters meet ing

1...) A discount on fitness memberships 84. Who should be contacted if an employee is II II Reglslraoon for an employee Iraining unable to attend?

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79. How can a listener gel more information? (8\ I(alhenne (e) Lily

if. By calling Hard Line Fi tness (01 Fredenk Dyson 181 By faxing Hard Line Fitness /I By vlsiling the websi te 85. What time have the seminars been in the

By viSiting an office past? (AI At 10:30 (lll At 11 :30

80. Who most likely are the audience members? (C! At ,t :30 r J 1 Flight attendants (D) At 2:30 B Researchers

Reponers IL Tour operators 86. What is the purpose of the talk?

(A) To welcome new patients to the nursing 81. How long has the speaker been working in horne

the field? fBI To ask volunteers aboLit their community (I) For 10 years knowledge it '8, For 20 years (e) To In1erview new pallents for the home

For 25 years (0) To recruit new nursing 110mB volunteers • < For 40 years L

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the most? • 82. What does the speaker suggest before working abroad? (A) New volunteers

'I.) Learn the language (8) Returning VOlunteers

Talk 10 local people Ie) MedIcal students

IC') Watch local teJevlslon (D) Nurses assistants

Attend many bUSIness meetings 88. What will probably happen now?

(1\) Parltcipanls Will sign up ior posrlions. (81 Participants will hand In their resumes. (C) Participants will visit the patients. (0) Panlclpanls will meet tile o ther stafL

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89. What is the main topic 01 this report? 95. What was the purpose of this meeting? (A) A new verSIon 01 software (A) To address the Issue of vacation lime (a) An advertising campaign (8) To plan for an upcoming conference (e) A company cha irman (e) To inform employees 01 a new system (0) A recruItment st rategy (0) To arrange transportation to tl1e

manufacturing plant 90. What kind of work does the company do?

IA) Siock trading 96. Why do they need a new parking system? (8) Real eslaie (A) There are not enough reserved parkmg (C') Software development spaces. (O) Computer manufacllJnng (8) There is 100 much pollution in the ci ty

Not enough people are bringll19 cars to 91 . What will the company do next? work.

(A) Move to Wall Street (0) The office wants to make more money.

\8) Markel the software In Europe (e) Hire a new chai rman 97. What are employees told to do?

(01 Begin advertiSing the software (A) Park in the lower parking blocks (8) Review an e·mall (C) Park their cars at home

92. What is the subject of the report? (0) Send ou1 an e-mail

(A) A company has gone bankrupt. (8) A company IS moving its production

facilities. 98. What kind of lour is it? (C) A new product IS being introduced. (A) A marina tour (0) A producl has been taken off tile market. (8) A bicycle tour

(C) A walking tour

93. What does the report say about (0) A bus tour Industrial Supplies? fA) Rex Supplies IS the biggest supplier in 99. At which place wililhey listen to a guest

the American sou theast. speaker? (a) Rex Supplies products will no longer be (A t The Kline Street Cate

avai lable in Fresno. (8 ) Burnaby Castle (CJ Rex Supplies will be increaSing its lulI- (C) Jumper Bridge

l ime positions. (I) Macintosh Botanical Gardens iD) Rex Supplies will now Ilave len factory

locations. 100. What is free lor visitors laking the tour? (A) Collee

94. What will probably happen? (8) Lunch (A, The company will hi re some American (C) A map

employees. (0) A souvenir (8) MeXIcans will not like Rex Supplies

products. (e) Th e company slock price will increase. (0) Rex Supphes stOck price will not change.

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Dlrecl ions: You will hear some conversations between 1'110 people. You wi ll be asked to answer three queslions about what the speakers say in each conversallon. Seleci the best response 10 each queslion and mark the leller (A). (B). (el, or (0) on your answer shee\. The conversations will be spoken only one lime and will nol be ponied in your lesl book.

41. How often do the buses run? t Every few minutes

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42. Why was the man concerned? t, He doesn't like the weather

He was lale to meet the woman. He might miss the bus

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43. Why are the buses slower right now? The dnvers are on strike. It's ralnrng. It's rush hour.

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44. WI1ere was the orig inal localion of the report? (A I The con ference room H' Susan's office C The meeting fOom

(I) In the file cabinet

45. What position does Susan hold? Manager

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(0) Buymg a ticket for a speecll 48. What does Kendra ask Mr. Jones to do?

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(S) Cancel his appointment (8) In Hle auditOrium (C) Inslali the service himsell (C) In Ihe main lobby IOJ Contact another provider (0) In the boardroom

49. What time will the speakers most likely 55. What talk does the woman want to attend? meet? (AI Company regulations (A) ThiS afternoon at 2 p.m. (8) Finance management (B1 Friday at 10 a.m (G) International bUSiness tC) Friday at 2 p.m. (0) Time management (0) Sometime next week

56. Why is the woman going to New York? 50. Why will the man be late for the conference? (Ai To vlsil a friend

(A) The train will be delayed. (8) To have a job interview (8) He lost the directions to tile bUilding. (Ct To go on vacation (e) His car IS being repaired. (OJ To attend a meeting to) He has an Important meellng.

57. What city does one 01 the lIights have a 51 . How will the woman get to the lecture? stopover in?

(III By train (A) New York (B) By car (B) Los Angeles (e) On loot (C) Chicago (0) By bus (0) New Orleans

52. What does the man suggest they do? 58. What does the man offer to do? lA) Attend another conference tAl Look for another fl ight for Ihe woman (6) Send another employee as a (8) Give the woman a discount

replacement (C) Reserve a conference room leI' Contacl lhe guest speaker \0) Attend a bUSiness meeting Instead 10) Have lunch together

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,D. Why is the woman calling Mr. Marshall? 66. What floor is the box office located on? I To remind him of a special offer (Al One

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61. What time does Mr. Marshall say he will 67. What wi ll the woman most likely do next? return her call? (A) Reserve a Ilcket online

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AIS O'ClOCk (0) Wail for the man's help )1 AI 6 o'clock

68. Why is June Smith unable to help the 62. Whal is Ihe problem with Ihe order" speakers?

IA A new assembly Une 'A) She has been promoled. 181 A defecllve product (e) She Is on sick leave.

A sh'ppll1g delay If:) SI)e recently had a baby. A new ordenng system (0) She IS away on a bUSiness top

63. Whal will Ihe woman probably do nexl? 69. When will June Smith relurn? Deliver the shipment IA) Next week

I Make a tete phone call (6) Next montl1 ( Assemble the parts IC) Nexl year u\ ViSIt the other plant (DI AI Ihe end o( Ihe yea,

' 4. What does the man suggest could happen if 70. Who wi ll most likely help Ihe speakers? $_ the problem isn't fixed? (AI Kale 11\) The whole system could be slowed (B) June

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What wililhe staff be trained to do? 74. Who most likely is the speaker? (A) Use search software (A) A doclor (8) Increase their sales performance (8) A dietitian (C) Manage their time (el A salesperson (0) Create a software program (0) A chef

What have employees been given? 75. How is this program different? (A) A new e-mail account (A) It provides a weight gain guarantee. (8) A new set of business cards (8) illS specifically designed for each (C) A course manual consumer. (0) A new data (C) It IS less expensive than its competitors.

(0) It was designed by heallh practitioners. What does the speaker request? (A) A personal trainer 76. What does the program guarantee? (8) A research course manual (Al Lower price (e) A budgel plan (B) A membership card (0) A record of training hours (el Transportation

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78. What are employees told to do? 84. What look place at the opening celebration? (A) Speak to thelf colleagues (A) A party (8) Change their password (8) A speech IC) Inform their clients about Ihe change (C) A dinner to) Sel up a meeting willl IIlel r managers (0 ) A rneetlng

d . When wili lhe change be completed? 85. What happened after walking the trails? IA) Tuesday (A) A music performance IBl Wednesday (8) An awards ceremony ICI Thursday (C) An loallgurat speech ID) r-nday (OJ A group barbecue

ijO. Why does Peter apologize to Bill? 86. What is Dr. Duncan's currenl job? tA, For interrupllng a meeting (A) RadiO show host (B) For contacting him at home (8) Cancer researcher (C) For asktng him to return 10 Ihe plant Ie) Export company owner (0) For requeSling additional employees (0) Hospital director

61. What does Peter ask Bill to do? 87. Where is Dr. Duncan speaking? (A) Examine the mam assembly line (A) In a hospital boardroom (8) Inslallthe conveyer sys tem (8) On a radio program (C) Contact the maintenance manager (C) In a business meeting (0) Bring a new assembly kit to the plant (0 ) AI a pharmaceuTical con ference

82. What is the reason for the urgency? 88. How can listeners ask questions? it (A) The company IS trying to complete liS (Al By calling Ihe station orders. (8 ) By visiting IIle station

fB) A plan I tour will be given on the (C) 8y a-mailing the Slalion " • weekend. (0 ) By mailing Ihe Sialion • reI The maintenance crew Is only available $

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89. Whal are Ihe listeners dOing? 95. What is Creekside Cellars? II' ) Vlsitmg a tounst in formation cenlel (A) A shopping conler (8) Attending a history class (B) A municipal govemment office (e ) Taking a gUided lour (C) A wlnernaklng centre 10) lIstenmg to a political speech (0) A g;1I shop

90. What does the speaker say about dinner? 96. What did the mayor do at Creekside? (AI it Will be served a l Centennial Tower. (A} He made wine IB) 11 will consist of SOLIP and salad (8 He gave a mohval lonal speech Ie) It Wi ll be ca lered by Ihe finest che f In the Ie ) He presented an awarel

cny (0 ) He conducted a lest. (DI ll Will start al 4 oclock.

97. Where did the mayor visil when he lell ihe 91. Where will the group meet afler they finish building?

shoPPing? d \ ) A banquet loom IA, In the Centenmal Tower's restaufan' IS) A dimng area rB) tn front cl lhe Robertson Palmer (e) A souvel1lr shop

Convention Cenler LI) A wIne cellar fC) At Guadalupe Casl le (Ol in the fashion quane!

98. What is the purpose of ll1e lalk? fA) To announce the beglnmng of a sa If

92. When are employees supposed to p;ck up (8) To Introduce a new product the packages by? IC) To launch a new website IAI Tuesday OJ To celebrate the company's sa fes record iEl) Wednesday (t-) Thursday 99. What will happen in November? ,OJ Fflday A) The company will expand IOtO overseE

mal kets . 93. What are the appreciation packages for? 181 The company Will hire full-Irme technIc.

\ Welcoming new board members support. (Bl Fullilling the company's sales targets thiS 1(' Tl1e company web51te Will beCOMe fully

year operahonal . lej Celebrallng tile company's anniversary {O) The company manager WIll be replaced (0) Signing a big contract wl lh an overseas

company 100. Whal is Joanne Malcolm's job? (A) Techmcal support

94. What should the employees do if they are \8) Accoun tant unable to pick up the package? Ie) Web deSigner '.\ J Leave a message (B) Send an e-mail

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When will the speakers meet Pedro? 44. Where is the conference being held? (A) At 4 o·ctock (A) Chicago (B) At 5 o·ctock (8) Paris (C) At 6 o·ctock (C) Zurich (0) At 70·clock (0) Frankfurt

Where wi ll the speakers meet the CEO? 45. Who must approve Mr. Fernando's (A) In the conference lobby participation? (B) In a hotel room (A) The project coordinator (C) In the hotel restaurant (8) Mr. Fernando's manager (0) In the hotel lobby (C) The conference organIzer

(0) The secretary What is the woman planning to do? (A) Have a cocktail in the lobby 46. What will the man probably do next? (B) Work on some papers (A) Deliver information to a manager (C) Meet a colleague (B) Leave for Zuricl1 to attend a meeting (0) Attend a conference (e) Reserve a flighl ticket

(0) Give a speecl1 at a conference

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48. Who did the woman give the receipts to? 54. Why was the flight delayed? \,,\) Ms Wang <AI Mechanical problems IB) Ron I B) Bad weather

• (e) Kelly Ie) AIrport closUie (D) Her manager 10) Employee strike

49. What is Ihe reason the woman and Kelly will 55 . Where will the speakers most likely mee!? meet? (AI In lhe office (A) To exchange documents (B) At the alfpM t8) To attend a seminal q At Ille recephon desk Ie, To go on a business trip (D) In a hotet lobby OJ To catch a train

56. What are the speakers discussing? 50. What are the speakers discussing? (AI CommunicatIon difficulties With overseas

(A) A difference In company polrcies clients BJ New regulahons for mecl1anics tE The number of appoIntments they have !e: A change in an appoll1tmenllime thIS weekend \0,1 A sympoSium on Saturday 1< Results from a sallsfactlon

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51. Why was Ihe man unable to lix the car? ID) A problem wtlh Ihe ordering system

I,Al Tho repaIr shop IS 100 busy. \ B f There was a delay in a parts shlpmenl. 57. What will the speakers do untillhe software

Ie) The man had 10 aHend a trainIng is repai red?

program. (A\ Use another soflware program 10) The store IS closed unlll Tuesday. (B) Use another cornputcr system

(C I Write everything out by hand

52. When will the appointment most likely be (01 HIre addItional staff rescheduled? IAI Monday 58. When most likely will the problem be fixed? (S) Tuesday (A) Today lel Wednesday I, B, Tomorrow (D) Thursday Ie' ThIS weekend

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\B) At a pl1olographer"s stUUIO (8) An in tenor agency (e) AI a shopping mall (C) A company cafeteria DI AI a clolhlng slore (0) A new branch office

60. What is Klive Anderson's profession? 66. What has the ca feteria changed? /I. MusIcian (1\) Manager

(8' Photograpller (8) Location 1 Anlsl IC, Siaff

10) Home Designer (0) Chairs

61. What is special aboul lhe piece of work the 67. What did the man say about the cafeteria? speakers are looking at? (A) The menu is too limited. lA,1 It's wonh over 2 million dollars. (8) The caterer IS very experienced. !B It was painted with differenl matenals. tC) The pnces are reasonable. It 11\ was made belare the 16th century. (D) The service isn't very good. I[)I H took twice as long as the artist's other

works. 68. What did Mr. Thompson do this morning?

(AI He received a leiter. 62. Why is the man calling? IBI He changed a l11eellng lune. , ) To renl an apartment (C) He hosted a conference call.

,BI To cancel an appointment (0) He submitted a proposal. -'\ To make a reservahon

10, To conlirm accommodation 69. When does li1e man want to meet with Mr. Thompson?

53. What does the man specifically ask for? (Al On Thursday morning f\ A room with a veranda IS) On Thursday afternoon :I) A room tn the East Comdor (C) On Friday morning C A room with an ocean view (D) On Fnday afternoon n) A room with Internet conneclton

70. How wilt the woman contact the man? ;4. What is the issue with the room? (1\) By express mall

A} The telephone IS bfoken (B) By pllone 181 There IS no way to use Ihe Internet. ICI By lax r It tS booked fOt lhe date requested. tD) By e·mall

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When is the office open late? 74. What is the purpose of this talk? (Ill Mondays (A) To welcome a new employee 1(3) Tuesdays (8) To announce a bank merger IC) Wednesdays te) To introduce a new advertising campalgr 10) Thursdays (D) To talk aboullhe company budget

How can students request transcripts? 75. Where is Ms. Sinclair going to work from AJ In person now on?

IB) By e·ma,1 (A) Schlick Advemsmg Ie) By phone (B) First National Bank Dl By lax (C) Pearson Consulting

ID) OHice Supply Cenler What were students previously allowed? tAl Access to more scholarshIps 76. How many years was Ms. Sinclair emp!oyea IS) Contact WIth registrar counselors by First National Bank? (C) To request services over the phone IA) Two (0) To obtain Information by e·mai! (B) Three

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system change (8) On Wednesday (£11 To ask employees lor aSSistance In (C) On Thursday

fund raising activities 0\ On Fnday Ir, To provide contact Inlormallon In case of

emergency 84. What sort of music does Mr. Jones play? 'J To announce opemngs lor computer (41 Classical

techniCians (13) Rock 'n' roll

78. What are the employees asked 10 do (C) Hlp·hop 101 Counhy

following the installation? 1'1 Attend computer !ralnm!) seminars 85. What is slaled about Mr. Jones' new album? E their computers

"J It IS expected 10 sell a lew copies Come 10 the technical services office

(8) It has been nominated lor an award j I 'I Make cop res of Impel lant C10cumenls

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86. Where is Ihe head office located? PI) Read Ihe employee handbook (A) Pans Leave a vOice mai l message

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SO. Who is this advertisement directed towards? 87. I A) Relared business people What is the aim of tile meeting?

B) A small business owner IA) To address Ihe problem 01 dtSlnbUlton channels

If I WeaUhy Investors m To discuss how to hire new international )/ BankCfs employees

(I .. J To determine where to build Ihe new 61. What is being advertised? ractory

I A bank loan iD) To tIlves llgale the cause o f last year's A lob oponlng unproved sales

1 An enTrepreneur .r A business book 88. What are the listeners asked to do?

I/\J Meel wilh fellow employees

tl 62. What happens if someone registers before \ n Talk about new proollcllon methods next Thursday? (e I PrOVide some suggestions ,I Free Items Wilt be gIven. (D) DISCUSS JoinIng Ihe branches "

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89. What is the Portrait Gallery of len calted? I A I The Red Room (8 I The Gilt Shop Ie) The Dlnong Hall IDI The Royal Family

90. What happened to the dining hall? (/\1 II was sold to a local Investor I B) It was redecorated in a modem slyle (e) 1\ was demolished by residents. to) II was damaged in a fire .

91 . What willlhe tour include? IA) Lunch served In the dining hall (8) A speech by a member 01 the royal

family (C I Free Irme al the gift shop (0) A photograph with a farnous person

92. What department does Ms. Kush work for? (A) Human Resources (BI Accounhng te) In formation Technology (D) The Call Center

93. Whal is Ihe purpose of Ihe message? (A) To report a meeting schedule change (8) To ask about shiPPing processes (C) To Inforrn an employee of overspent

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94. What does Mr. Henderson have to do? (AI E)(plaln why he should be promoted fBI Explain how tile money was slolen te, Explain why excessive spending occurred (0) Explain why Ihe company shoute!

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95. Why have plans been changed? (1\) The show has been cancelled. (8) Them are not enough people allendlng (e) The restaurant changed the reservat ion

time. (01 The company has an emergency.

96. What willlhe group do after dinner? (A) Return 110me (8) Go 10 Ihe theatre (C) Have some drinks (0) Go back 10 the oHice

97. When wililhe group arrive at the theatre? (AI At 6 :30 p.m (8) At 8:00 p.m IC) AI 9.00 p.m. (DI AI 9'30 p.m.

98. About how many unwanted computers are disposed of each year? (A) 5 11111110n

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99. Who wi ll collect the computers? (A) Computer manufacturers (B) A non-profit organiza tion (C) Internet service providers (D) A government diviSion

100. What IS done with the collected computers? (A) They will be sen t to landfill sites (8) They will be given to local educational

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1. (A) He IS nding his bicycle. (8) He is pulling on a helmet (C) He IS fixing his bicycle. (0) He IS s topped in tra ff ic.

2. (A) Tl1e women are talking 10 each other tS) The women are checking the map . Ie) The women are shopping ,n the supermar1<el. (0) One of the women is mopping lhe floor.

3. (A) He IS calling Irom a pubhc phone. (B) He IS looking al a telephone directory. te) He is standing in the hallway. lO, The telephone is being repaired.

4. (A) The bags are being stacked on the shelves. (8) A customer IS paying for a purchase. (e) Many bags are displayed lor sale. (0) The slore IS closed for business.

5. IA) The man is feed ing a horse. (8) The man IS bu ilding a fence. (e) The man is ndlng a horse. (0) The man IS laking all his cowboy hal.

6. (A) Mosl 01 the shelves are empty. (8) The shelves are IlIled with books. lel Some books have been plied on the 1I0ar. (0) A librarian lS putting away books.

7. (A) The Slreet ls closed to trall!c. (6) Some people are gell ing on a bus. Ie) People are wailing to cross the street. (01 Lines are being paInted on the road.

8. (A) The bUildings are being demolishecL (8) There are trees surrounding the bUIldings. (e) A boat IS passing under a bridge. (0) There are many bUildings near the lake

9. (Al The woman IS browsing 111 a bookstore. (Bl The woman IS bookmg a table. (C) The woman is opening her backpack. (0) The woman IS readIng at her desk

10. (A) A watter IS laking orders from the customers (8) The people are watling 10 enter the cafe , (e) Meals are being served 10 the patrons oulsiCl (D) The people are SlllIng outdoors al a ca fe.

11 . When did you last visit our laboratory? (A) 1\ lasts about a week. (8) No, I dldn'l. (el Yesterday. with my boss.

12. Does anyone here know how to use this machine? tAl Thai sOlJl'ds like a good choice . IB, I don', know haw to thank you fe) Yes, DaVid does.

13. Where is Ihe closest parking lot? (A) Righi across the street. (8) To park my car (e) AI two o'clock.

14. How late are you open on Saturday? (A) Yes. wa are open loday. (8) Our bUSiness hours are from 10 a .m. io 9 p.n1

on weekends. (C) We're consldenng opemng a shop

15. Don't you think we need more time to finish the preparation? (.\: Because we already had II. fB) No. II starts al seven 100Ight. (e' Yes. we really do

16. Where can I pick up the application? (A) In room 403. (8) Every Monday morning. (C) Aboul 3 o'clock.

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17, When does the message say we need to respond? (Al It'S for a retirement party. (6) By Ihe end of this week. (C) Yes, I already sent him a bill .

18. How many people applied for the scholarships? tAl I'U apply lor the posihon. (8) AI least twenty. (e) To submit the applica tion.

19. Would you like me to get you another cup of tea? (A) No thanks, one is enough. (S) At the end of the l1all. I think. (e) I'm new around here. too.

20. Why are the renovat ions being delayed? tA) Yes. bUil t should be changed. (8) We must get a permit ilfS\.

(C) It '.'lias delayed over tVJO hours.

21. You're going to the gym again, aren't you? (AI Yes. since lasl Tuesday. (8) We mel a tong lime ago. te) The fitness room closes at nine.

22. Do you have some time to review this or does Mr. Andrews need you? (A) A quarter aller nll1e. IB) Yes. I need one. Ie) Yes, I can check it now.

23. I'd appreciate it if you would turn the radio down. IA) Turn on the light. (B) It's down this hall. (e) 011 , sorry I'll tu rn It down.

24. What time is the workshop supposed 10 start? IA) She started working here last month. tS) II begins in hall an hour. (C) He is nol in the office on Friday.

25. 00 we have enough machines, or should I order some more? (A) I can't operate the machine. (B) We stili have plenty. Ie) To save some money.

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26. For which hotel should I make the reservation? (A) We are all booked fo r tonight. (B) The one by the conference center. (C) From Monday 10 Friday.

27. Why didn't you bring the document to the meeting? (A) I forgOl to pick It up. (8 ) No. he won'!. (C) Five pages.

28. I'm in the mood for a movie tonight. (A) Yes, I have read one. (6) ThaI sounds like a good Idea. Ie) I enjoyed iI . too.

29. How long does the delivery usually take? IA) AbDUl rour days. (8) Usually live dollars per hour. (C) To the delivery department.

30. They'll refund our money if it's delayed. right? (A) You can pay by cash . (6) Yes, that's the company policy. (C) I don' t have enough money.

31 . I thought you were oul visiting c lients this morning. (A) Yes. he often visilS the head office. (8 ) No. my meeting was called oil (e ) ( lell them on my desk.

32. Are you ready to order. or do you need more time? (A) Nearly an hour ago. (6) We ordered new merchandise last week. (C) I'll need a few more minutes.

33. Can't Mr. Gomez wait untillomorrow to have the meeting? (A) Yes, I have to go now. (8) I'll purchase one lomorrow. (C) No, he wanls to have II righ t now.

34. Why did Mr. Wilson hire a bilingual person? (A) Most of the clients speak Japanese. (6 ) He came back yesterday. (C) Yes. we need a new secretary.

35. The play starts at seven o'clock. (A) He started August t sl. (8) Then we'd better hurry. (C) They didn 't like it.

36. Mr. Williams gave a great opening speech at the conference. didn't he? (A) No, I can'l go there. (B) I saw the schedule yeslerday. (C) Yes, he did a good lob,

37. Are you free for coffee later? (A) Yes, It'S free. (8) Five copies, please. (C) I'll be free al about lhree.

38. This room is really hot. (A) The room is on Ihe thirteenth 11001". (6) You're meeting with the real estate agent. (C) Why don'l you open Ihe window?

39. Ms. Patel, could you telius how you'd promote the campaign? (A) Yes, here's a copy of my proposal. (B) Her promotion was approved. (C) If's nghl over there.

40. Please call me when you have your paycheck. (A) Sure. what's your extension again? (8) I'm glad 10 meet you, (C) No, I d,dn', call him.

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41·43 refer to the following conversation. 11\; Julie. wou ld you please push back my 1 :00

appointment this aftemoon? I have an emergency meeting with tile president.

\'J Of course, Mr. Laurie. When would you like to reschedule?

t,l, Well, the president informed me that some clients will be arriving at 2, so lei's say 4 o'clock. I should be back in my office by then.

w, Great. I'll see if he can be here at 4.

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44·46 refer to the f ol/owing conversation. M Good afternoon Telus Mobility. What can I do for

you? 'II, Hello, I was wondenng if you can help me with my

cell phone bill. J haven't used my cell phone any more than usual, however the total this month seems to be much more than ill the past.

1\1 It could be that the monthly service charge has increased. but let me look over your Invoice. What's your telephone number?

W· It's 555·9328. My last name is Hawk.

47·49 refer to the fo llow ing conversation. w, Kevin. when is everyone meeting to commemorate

Jim's retirement? M' The invitation said 7 o·clock. Do you know where

the banquet hall IS? 1,'1, Yes. It's In the Weslbotlen Harborlront Hotel. neXl

to the supermarket. But I need 10 SlOp by the bakery first. so I probably won't arrive un IiI 7:30.

M: OK. I see, but don't be too late because I will be waiting for you.

50·52 refer to the fo llowing conversat ion. w: William, I just found out that you won an award fOI

a piece of your artwork. Congratulations! M' Thank yotl. Pm so thrilled that the Kennedy

Association has recognized my work. W: You should feel honored. Are yOll painting any O()\\

pieces now? M. Well . I started work on a new oil painting this week

and t hope to join a sculpture workshop in the lall.

53·55 refer to the following conversation. M. I'm here wilh a delivery. Some office supplies, a

filing cabinet. and a bookshelf. I believe. I'm going to have to get someone to sign lor them. Is there a manager available?

W: She's aul of the onice this afternoon. I'm her assistant. I can sign for them

M Thank you, thaI's great. Where should 1 leave the supplies?

w The fil ing cabinet can go in the conference room and the bookshelf and boxes of supplies can be left nght here.

56-58 refer to the follow ing conversation . w· Excuse me , how much is the entrance fee? M It's six dollars for adults and four dollars lor seoro

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10 go to the gift shop. They just called abou t some posters that I had ordered. It'll only be about 20 minutes. Well, I can offer you a half price coupon. Would you like to use it?

59-61 refer to the following conversation.

\! Is th is monitor available In black or silver? Currenlly. we only have the while one In Slack. but il you'd like we can order either the black or the silver. You can also gel a 21 -inch model for an additional 200 dollars.

I' I'd rather order the 17-jnch in black. I heard thaI sliver painllends to look old qUickly. Greal, then leI 'S go to the customer service counter to fill out the forms. You should have your new monitor wi thin 10 business days.


Richard, have you gotten your new parking pass? I picked mine up on Tuesday.

.II. Tuesday! No, I haven·t even goUen a call lor mine. I have to get the parking attendant to lift the gale for me every day. Maybe you should contact someone in HR about getting you a card. Good idea. I'll callihem flghl alter the meeting.

65·67 refer to the following conversation.

What would you like to do with your hair today? Would you like some highlights or something dramatic done to It?

.\ I'd like something Simple. like the receptionist 's style. Can you add some '1ighHghts to make my hair look similar to hers? 01 course. I actually just completed a 'what's seminar last week in New York, and that style was one that we focused on.

rt. Oh, did you? You make me feel more comfortable and excited about the changes to my hair.

68·70 reter to the following conversation.

Hi. June, have you had any trouble with the phone systems this afternoon? I can" seem to check my voice mail.

II The system cleared our 10 numbers last night. You'J! have to visit the techmcal support staff to resel your password.

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u· Okay. the office is up on the eighth floor by the mall room, right?

w It is on the eighth 1I00r, but you' tt have to turn left at the reception desk and go down to the end of the hall. II 's direclly beside the Human Resources department.

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71 -73 refe r to t he following te lephone message. Hello. thiS IS Kalie Burke calling from Cogeco Internet Services. Mr. Clifford, the reason I'm calling is we haven 't received your payment for Ihe installation of the modem and cable. We need your payment in order to activate your service. Please contact us at 1-800·222-4503, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m .. Monday through Saturday. Thank you. We look forward 10 hearing from you at your earliest convenience.

74-76 refe r to the following announcement. I am pleased to announce the grand opening of Atlas Steels Corporation here 1n Hamilton. As director of operations, I can only try to express how proud I am . We will open the plant doors In early July and will look al hiring an additional 1 00 staff members. and then closer to the end of the year we will most likely bring on another 75 people. We've expanded quite a bit since our first production facility in MIlton. to our present day plants in Portland, Rochester. St. Louis, and now here In Hamitlon . We are looking forward to joining the community.

77-79 refer to t he fallowing talk. Hello. My name is Claudia and I am happy to be your host and gllide this afternoon. It's currently 12:30 and we will begin Ollr tour of the facilities at 1 :00. But before we gel started, I do have a lew announcements to make. Unfortunately. we do not allow any visitors to photograph the equipment or video the baking process. The first part of the tour will finish at 2 p.m. However, you will have a couple of unguided hours to visit our labs and tasting rooms before you leave the premises. Feel free to ask any questions that you may have al anytime throughout Ihe tour. I do hope Ihal you enjoy your visit.

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80-82 refer to the following recorded message. Thank you for calling the UnIVersity oj Washington's library. To access a Jlsling of staff and faculty extensions, please press 1 at anyHme. Our library facililfes are open from B a .m. to 4 p,m .• Monday through Friday. It you wish to access Ollr polilical archives. an appointment can be made with Edward Phillips at extension 15. If you would like our reception staff to return your call , please teave a message atter the tone. Thank you.

83-85 refer to the fo llowing advertisement. Do you like French food? If so. you will love Chateau Francois, on the corner of John Street and Richardson Avenue. Stop by lor dinner to enjoy tradilional French cuisine: escargot, homemade bread. and line wines. For dessert, why don't you try pastries with fresh fruit and rich dark chocOlate? The thing that makes Chateau Francois truly unique is the restaurant's location. Our newly-designed chef's deck overlooks our estate vineyards and the beautiful Potemac River . Enjoy the view as you relax over a glass of wine. We took forward to seeing you for dinner.

86·88 re fer to the fo llowing announcement. Good aftemoon. I need to remind you of an upcoming event prior 10 the beginning of our meeling. Newport Painters are arriving on Tuesday to paint the offices in the west wing of our building. The painters should be here lor three days. II you have an ollice in the west wing. be sure to contact Ms. Peters in human resources to find oul where you will be relocated to. Furthermore, remove aU confidential files by the end of business on Monday. II you have any further questions, speak to Ms. Peters.

89·91 refer to the follow ing announcement. Good evening, OHice Depot shoppers. This is your Office Depot sales manager, Kendra Williams, informing you 01 some tremendous discounts we have for you in the store loday. In our stallonary section. all computer paper is available at a 20% discount. Also, shoppers with an OHice Depot Preferred Customer Card will receive an additional 5% off of all purchases. Don'l forgel the electronicS department, where computers. faxes, and printers are also on sale. And remember to pick up our new faU catalogue as you leave the store. It's your way of learnmg more about aU thaI Office Depot has to offer.

92·94 refer to the following short ta lk. Start ing next month we'U be introdUCing the company's new database computer system. The new network will combine a few features thaI will help us to stay connected more efficiently. especia lly on group tasks. Please remember that alllHes from the old database will not be moved to the new one, so it's essential that all staff back up their fifes by tl1e end of the month. If you fail to do so, important data could be lost. The full network will require two weeks to install .

95-97 refer to the following tatk. Good afternoon everyone and thank you lor coming 10 this year's conference on organizational behavior. My name IS Francis Lee and I'll be chairing the conference for the next th ree days. Each day we'll discuss a new area of organizational behavior. A few of the concepts we'll be covering include hiring practices, group dynamics and project management. Each of you will be responsible for responding dally to the lectures and posting your responses on our conference website. which also maintains a chat room tor you to discuss ideas with your colleagues. Undoubtedly. during the conference. you will benefit both from the fectures themselves, and by interacting with your colleagues. We wish you good luck over the next three days.

98·1 00 reter to the following excerpt from a meeting.

Good aitemoon. This meeting shouldn't take more than 30 minutes. I wanted to make everyone aware 01 OUf new computer security system. PreViously. we had been able to use any computer with in the building freely, without having to log on. RecenUy. the information technology department updated our computer network, requiring each of us to use a password to access any computer on Ihe premises. This should improve security and allow us to record employee productivity.

1. (A) The man 15 holding a pencil fB) The man 15 sipping a cup of eolfee. Ie) The man IS weanng a shorl·sleeved shin. (0) The man IS readtng a newspaper

2. (A) Variolls goods are laid oul lor sale (8) Tile orcl'ard is lull of fruil eel The fruils are being placed 10 bags. (0) The !IWIS have been piled m a truck

3. (A, They're watchmg a sports event tS} They're turrllny on Ihe computer. Ic) They're checking info/mation from reference

books (0) They're looking at a computer mOOilor.

4. (AJ There arc some pedeslnans crossing Ihe road. 18) There are trees on both sides of the road. (C The road 15 lammed with traf fic (0) Cars are parked on only one Side of the mad.

5. IA) The man is balanceo on a laoder. (S) The man Is palfllrng a pIcture. (e) The man IS reading a sIgn on a buitdlng fO) The man IS hanging from some cables.

6. (AI A worker IS loadtng cargo onto a plane (8 People are seated on an aIrplane. (C) A set 01 staIrs has been pushed up to a plane. (0, There are several aIrplanes stlhe terminal.

7. (A) She IS hanging up her coat on a rack She IS shopping lorcfolhes.

(C) She IS holding her bag 10 her hand. 10) She IS wrappIng up the clothes.

8. IA) They're dressed In Identlcalunilorms (S) They're walking through Ihe forest. (e) They're all carryIng bags on their shoulders. 10l They're takmg a walk In Ihe country.

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9. (A) There's a lamppost next [0 the railroad IS) A Iraln IS entenng the slallan. Ce) The area IS heavily wooded. (OJ A car IS drt\/lng along the road.

10. (A) The man IS speakIng into a mIcrophone. (B) The man IS putting away his trumpet. (e) The man IS playing the mUSlcallnslrumenl. (0) The man IS waving al the audience

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11. What lime does our flight leave? IA) By 30·clock. (B) About three or lour lImes a day (e) lI's scheduled to tak.e all at 7:30

12. Where did you leave your glasses? IA) By laxi. (S) tn my ollice. Ie) AI9 a.m.

13. When will the presentation be over? IA) OK. see you Ihen (B) Over there In Ihe hall. Ie) In about two hours.

14. Why were you late for the supervisors' workshop? (A) The road construction held me up. (8) I'm working unll16 today. (C) Yes. Ihe supervisor asked me yesterday.

15. How willi recognize the guide? (A) It's ava ilable. (8) Yes, we can make It . (e) She'lI be wailing near eX11 8.

16. 00 you want me to install the operating system? (A) No, It should be delivered on lime. IB) No. I'll do il mysell. (e) ThaI IS quite a large operation

17. Would you prefer ice lea o r lemonade? IA) Yes. I can (8) III a refrigera tor. (e) Ice lea. please.

18. Why don't you complain about the delay? (A) It was delayed over two Ilours. (8) Yes, irs very convenient. (C) I think I will.

19. What is Ms. Lydia's e·mail about? (A) I haven't checked yel. (S) Five days ago. (C) We've already mailed it.

20. Do you have the product evaluation form? (A) Fill oul the evaluation. (Sl No. I lefl lion my desk. (C) He works In an adver1ising fi rm.

21. Why is that door locked? (AI In 'he safe. (8) Yes, near the exit door. (C) It's a restricted area.

22. The fina l reports are in the cabinet, aren't they? (A) I'm nOl sure . (8) Yes. he's In a meeting right now. (C) We need more reporters'.

23. Who designed the booth for this year's exhibition? (A) By the end 01 next month. (B) To the design department. (C) One 01 my coworkers did.

24. Isn't that grocery store open yet? (A) No. irs not my fault. (8) No. I think it usually opens a t 9 o'clock. {C) I haven', read it yet.

25. Where is the working capital coming from? (A) From headquarters. (8 ) Yes, for the next few months from now. tC) It's not expensive.

26. Let's check Ihe chart one more lime before our meeting. (A) I've already looked It over tWice. (8) We should submi t it on time. (C) He's leavlIlg to take Ihe chart .

27. It's expected to rain tomorrow, isn't it? (A) The report is due tomouow. (8) No. I haven't seen iI. (C) No, iI's going (0 be sunny.

28. Have you finished writing the monthly report? (A) Please write clearly. (8) It's almos! complete. (C) Yes, it 'll be fil1lsl1ed by Monday.

29. Doesn't Mr. Tanaka work in the personnel department? (A) No. I'm not here anymore. (8) Yes, I prefer to walk . (C) No, he retired two weeks ago.

30. Let's not make revisions unti l we get more accurate information. (A) Oh, I think we already have enough data. (B) No, I like tile fresh air. (el I don't know how to make it.

31. Who won the contract to build the new bicycle path? (Al Yes, we don't expect to win this year. (8) Creative Construction. (e) Congratulations!

32. Should compla int forms be sent to the manager, or 1M affairs tAl Yes. I agree wi th you. (8 ) The customers were very upset. (el l! depends on the nalUre of Ihe problem,

33. When does the editorial department issue the newsletter? (A) By regislered writers. (8) On the last day of the month. (C) A parking permit was issued yesterday.

34. We've just purchased severa l new copiers, haven't we? (A) Yes, we ordered them over Ihe Internet. (6) It's included in the purchase price. (C) Cream and sugar.

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35, Where do you think is the progress report? (A) It progressed more rapidly, (8) I put il ln the cabinet by the door. (e) They will report your records every week.

36, I'm going on my coffee break. (A) Thanks, but I don't need any help. (8) A mechanic will fix II.

(C) rtl join you.

37. You are planning to attend the format computer training session today, aren't you? (A) No, I couldn' t see Ihe training schedule

yesterday. (8) If's compulsory, isn't it? (C) New computers for new employees.

38. How did you get such a good price on the office furnilure? (A) We gal a special discounl. (8) I took a taxi 10 the theater. (C) Yes. she's at the office.

39. This local map is really complicated. (A) I'm not really good a l comparing ligures. (8) Nearly one week ago. (C) Where are you Irying to go?

40, Are you finished with that market research report, or do you need more time? (A) Give me another hour or so. (8 ) The store closes at 5:00. Ie) All the trains are on time.

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41·43 refer to the following conversation. M My Internet service is so slow. Ills really affecting

my work. I think it's time that I changed Internet providers.

\'/: You should contact Roger's Inc. That's the company 1hat I use, They have great service staff. and their technical support is the best in the industry. Thank you for the suggestion. I'll keep that in mind.

fl, And when you call, don't forget to mention my name. They'll give you a new contract discount and credit my account for referring a friend.

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44-46 refer to the fo llowing conversation. M' Maria, were you able to Ship the product for the

customer's order in time for delivery? VI : No, the shipping office was closed this morning.

I've already faxed them twice this afternoon to remind them.

M; Would you please try calling them? I have to contact the customer this evening, and I'd like to leI him know when the delivery will arrive.

w' OK, I will do it right away.


M: Angela, I've just confirmed the departure Icmes and it looks like our train will be delayed a couple 01 hours. It's now expected to leave at 7:00.

W: That's a big problem. We won 't arrive in London in order to make our 9:00 meeting with Ollr partners.

M: It will be okay. I was going to contact them anyway to confirm that they received the documents I couriered earl ier today.

w' Alright. so you can let them know our situation.


M: Good afternoon. I am here to deliver two parcels for Karl Michaels. Is this his office?

VI ' Yes, but Mr. Michaels is out of town on business. However, he should be back this afternoon.

t.I: Are you able (0 sign lor the documents? Or would you prefer that I return in a couple of hours?

W: I can sign for them. Just put the packages on the desk.


u ' Welcome to Mitchell's. Do you wanl to hear aboul our specials today?

W: I don', know what I feel like, so what would you recommend for lunch?

M: Well, our club sandwich is very popular. and I particularly like the chicken fingers that come with curly fries. Does that sound good, or shall I name some other options?

VJ ' I think I'll look over the menu one more lime before I order. While I'm thinking, could you gel me a chocolate milk?

56-58 refer to the following conversation. M: Hello, I'd like to apply for a credit card. W: Do you have any identification containing bolh your

address and signature, sir?

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Yes, 01 course. Here's my driver's license. Do you require any other forms of ID?

w' No, this dnver's license is good enough. Why donI, you start fi lling oul this form while I photocopy your dnver's license?

59·61 refer to the following conversation,

'., So, Sarah, has the bank contacted you since your interview wuh them?

w· Yes, they phoned this morning, n1ey want me 10 meet with the vice·president 01 the company next Monday.

M ; That's wonderful news! WI1at lime is the interview? W: They wanted to meet in the afternoon , right after

lunch. But I asked if I could have the Interview In Ihe morning Instead.


M: Ms, Jeffrey, I won' t be able to attend the seminar on Friday, so could you take notes for me? No problem, Mr. Pauls. Are you finally going on thaI vacation you 've been talking about?

", No, unfortunately not. I have to leave for New York tomorrow morning to meet wi th our new client. We'll be diSCUSSing negotiatIons for the contract at his office, so I'll need a few exIra days to finalize things.

\'!: Wow, good luck with the talks. I heard that the Johnson & Johnson contract would bring in a lot of revenue, I'll lei you know if they discuss anything Important altl1e seminar on Friday.

65-67 refer to the following conversation , 1.1 Ms. Olas, we'd like to introduce the Spanish edition

of Marketing a Successful Product by the end of the quarter,

w That would mean t would have tess than a month 10 complele the translaUon, That wan" be enough time to translate a 75·page article.

1.1 Well. we may be able 10 delay the publishers a couple of extra weeks. Would that be better for you?

w 11 I dedicate mysetf exclusively to the project, five weeks coutd be possible.

68-70 refer to the fo llowing conversation.

M: Did you see Ille review written up abou t Tangy Bangkok? II sounds like il has the best Thai food in town.

VI: I read the ar1icle, bul l don't know if f agree. thad

lunCh lI1ere WIth BUI this paSI Monday, The food was JUSl so-so, and the service could have been much better,

',1 Wow! That's surprismg. What did you think of the atmosphere? The wnte-up saId it was reatly fun .

w Yes, it was qUite unique, but It doesn't make up for the ou trageous prices and average dishes.

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71-73 refer to the following telephone message, Miss Damon. This is Peter Bedford calling from the Air· !lalia Airlines secunty desk. I'm happy to inform you Ihal we have located your baggage Irom flight AI 893. We'll be dellvenng it to the Nardizll Hotel I believe Ihls IS YOUr location while you're staying In Rome. The delivery should arrive this afternoon before 4 p.m. Should you have any questions, please conlact me al 1·888-567·4FLY, We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you and thank you once agaIn for your con tinued pat ronage.

74-76 refer to the fol/owing announcement, Good evening. shoppers! Our store will be c/osll1g in 10 minutes Please lake aU of your purchases to the nearest cashier counter, And don' , miss out on our specials available In the cleaning products sechon. All laundry detergents are at 25% oflthe original Slicker price. The customer service desk is now closing. Should you have any Questions, please ask to speak to Ihe manager on duty, Ms. Barbara Henderson. We're pleased to announce thai our regular business hours have been ex tended to serve all your shopping needs. Beginning next Monday, our new hours of operation will be 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., every day of the weel<. We'd like to thank you once agam for choosing Bargain Hunters and we look forward Lo serving you again,

77-79 refer to the following talk. Welcome to Peller MOrrison. My name is Cameron and I will be serving you this afternoon We have two special dishes prepared by our chef Ihis lunch, I would highly recommend both the sun dried tomato and leta stuffed chicken or the wild rice stuffed bell peppers. 80th items are pnced at 17 dollars and are served with a cup 01 soup and a side salad. Our paslry chef has also added an item to the dessert menu, It's a lavender infused mousse cake served with chilled whipped cream for 8 dollars. Would you like somethmg to drink while you are making your deciSions?

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80-82 refer to the following announcement. Good morning. As director of the Phases Company markeling deparlmenl. I am happy to announce loday some great news. Our company has achieved record sales Ihis quarter, a jump of nearly 15%. I believe this growlh is directly related 10 the excellent advertising our team developed to promote the new product line I am confident that you will be 1hrilled to hear that due to the positive growth, all Phases Company employees will receive an increase in their yearly bonuses

83-85 refer to the following radio report. Good evening. This IS Dilana Miles at PRCK light Jazz, your lavorite jazz music station. I wanted 10 remind all of you thai Kevin Onawa. a renowned pIanist, will be performIng with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra tomorrow night. AI eighty-nine years old. Mr. Onawa will be the oldest member to ever perform a plano solo alongside the famous group. The concert wilt be aired on PRCK Light Jazz from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. We are also thrilled to announce that Mr. Onawa will joIn us here at PRCK Ught Jazz Friday morning. Be sure to remember to listen to this once-in -a-lifelime interview. Thai's Fnday morning at 9 a.m.

86-88 refer to the following introduction. Ladies and gentlemen. we are eXlremely honored to have tonight's guest speaker here with us. I'm sure I don'l have 10 remind you of Dr. Nathan East's most prominent works, including his research on the effects 01 global warming. After listening to Dr. East speak al the Global EnvIronmental Agenda in Tokyo lasl summer. I asked him to presenlhere tonight . though I was surprised to hear thai he wou ld be interested In

speaking to such a small group like ours. Dr. East's talk lonlght is entitled "Simple Ways to Reverse the Effects oi Global Warming." We are pleased to have you with us, Dr. East.

89-91 refer to the following broadcast. Good evening. Thank you lor joining us here at Gossip Centra l. I'm Jenny Jenkins. We have a special guest l'lllh us I,ere in the studiO today. Ms. Sarah Polly, dIrector of the hIt movie "Jumping through Hoops." Actors and producers alike have praised Ms. pony's directorial debut as reaching new heights in Hollywood. The storyline of thiS film mirrors Ihe hardships that

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Sarah herself has faced throughout her life. After many years 01 struggling in the film industry. il looks as though Ms. Sarah Polly has IInally caught a break. So, Ms. Polly, how did you stay motivated over nearly a decade? Ten years can seem like a lifetime. Many people would have given up alter just five years or so.

92-94 refer to the follow ing advert isement. Good morning, this is Christina Irom Jiffy Lube Car Services. We've been a member of the Better Business Bureau tor over five years. and we're proud 10 announce the grand opening of our new and improved store. That's right , we've expanded We stili offer the same great service on oil changes. tire rotation , alignment. and windshield repair. To celebrate the grand opening of our new store, we are offering a special dIscount. Only thiS weekend, purchase any discounted service package and receive a free oil change. If you would like more information, or to book an apPointment. please call us at 679·7310.

95-97 refer to the following news report. Next up al 6:00, a special took at health care. Bul first. at the city courthouse loday, members of the community met with local law enforcement officials to discuss tl1e growing problem of violence, Domestic disputes were the main area of concern, The pOlice force is considering a zero tolerance policy with regard to arrests. Many supporters of the decision feel that it will help 10 make Ihe community a safer place. And judges believe it will reduce the number of cases broughllo court. However, a lew upset citizens joined the talks downtown to raise concerns aboullhe possibility of false accusations and wrong ful arrests.

98-100 refer to the following te lephone message. Hello, BOb. This IS Wanda St. Pierre from parkIng services. I wanted 10 inform you that the parking garage will be under repairs beginning on Tuesday while some issues with the facilities are taken care of. The projeci should require three days. and the area should be available by Friday. I realize Ihat many of your employees drive to work, so please apologize for any inconvenience Ihis may cause them. A shultle bus will be provided from the main entrance each morning and aftemoon on Wednesday and Thursday. Let me know If you have any downtown meetings, and I should be able 10 arrange transportation.

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1. (A) He IS leaning against a tree. (S) He is siUlng in a restauranl. (C) He is mowing Ihe grass. (0) He IS watering the tawn.

2. CA) A patron is seated al a table outside . (8) The chairs have been placec! on the tables. ee) The tables have been sellor a meal . (0) The chairs are arranged around Ihe tables.

3. (A) A clerk al tl1e counter is helpIng the customers. (8) People are waiting In fine for theif turn. (C) One 01 Ihe men IS paying for his lood. (Dl People are standing In front ollhe hotel.

4. (A) They're digging a di,c',. (8) They're cutting the tube Into pIeces. (C) They're working with the pipe. (0) They're measuring the pipe.

5. (A) The man is standing at the rear 01 the vehicle. (8) All ol lhe car doors are open. (e) The lires are being removed from Ihe vehicle, (D) The man is loading a box on lop of the vehicle.

6 . (A) They"re ascending a staircase. (8) They're passing people in the hallway. (C) Tiley're riding the escalator to the next floor. (0) They're waiting for the elevator.

7. (A) The boats are docked a l the harbor. {S) Travelers are climbing into a boat. (C) The boats are heading Qui to sea. (O) A shipment IS being unloaded al the POri .

8. (A) They're th rowing the ball into the air. (8) They're playing a game on the ground. (C) The game IS being played indoors. (D) They' re laking a break under the trees.

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9. (A) T-shirts are hanging In the closet. (8) The people are shopping al an indoor market. (e) Sale items are displayed outside the store. (0) The people are SlUffing some clothes into a

bag.

10. (A) The boats are racing through the water. (8) The water is breaking on the shore. (C) A group of boats IS 1I0aling In the water. (0) The boats have been pulled onto the beach

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11. Where is the nearest public telephone? (A) We Just moved here a week ago. (B) To call headquarters. (C) There's one by the post ollice.

12. What time is the meeting? (A) It's in London. (8) I think II starts at 10 a.m. (C) Yes. it was really Informative.

13. How did the new arrival get here from New York? (A) The bus is crowded. (B) For about a week . (C) By airmaiL

14. We are going to a movie this evening. Would you like to join us? (A) Yes, I enjoyed the party very much, (8) OK. When IS it? (C) No, I've already received them.

15. Are you sure Ihis disk has enough memory capacity to save all the data? (A) Yes, but it must be checked for viruses. (8) That's so nice 01 you! (e) I'm sorry for the inconvenrence.

16. Should we consider hiring a new analyst? (Al LeI's check the workload. (8) He was hired last month, (e) I'll have it afler my meal.

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17, Will you be taking your vacation in July or August this year? CA) I'm sure It will be okay. (8) It'l l be In Hong Kong. (e) I haven', decided yet.

18. Would you like to join us lor dinner tonight? (A) I'm allergic to seafood. (S) I wish I could . but I already have plans. (C) Let's take them with us.

19. Who sen t out this invoice? (Al It arrived today. (8) Someone in the delIVery department (e) Yes. I read It.

20, Should we purchase new fax machines for the office or get multifunction printers? (Al We need more computers for the new

employees. (8) Because Ihe prmter Isn', work ing. tC) I like Ihe new office bUilding.

21. We really have to go now. IA) I really enloyed the play. (8) We have anolher few minutes. (e) Yes. she went to Ihe docto!.

22. Why do you need to cancel your appointment? (A) Something came up unexpectedly. (B) I was Just disappointed. (C) On Monday morning.

23. Should we meel for brunch today? (A) Sure. I'd love 101

(8) Yes, we meet regularly. (Cl That's too many

24. Mr. Wilson has taken charge of international sales, hasn't he? fA) It only Includes installation charges. (8) No, he's responsible for advertising. (e) Call me whenever you like.

25. Where will you be sending this package? (Al It came this morning . (6) To the address on th is note. Ic) rd rather go by bus.

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26, How will the oflice equipment be transported? (A) Nexl to the parking 101. (6) Somelime next week. (C) II will go by couder.

27. Who's in charge of controling the product quality? CA) It's available al no exira charge. (6) Our praduchon depar1menl. (C) Choose the course you like.

28. When is the best lime to meet you? (A) No, this is my first time. (8) Have a good lime! (C) Belween 10 and 11 a.m.

29. Whal's the Hmetine for the bid? (A) He teft tast month. (8) I've been busy lor the past few weeks. (C) Il hasn', been discussed yet.

30. Aren' t you delivering an opening speech next week? (A) Yes, but I feel pretty well prepared lor it. (8) Yes, he was very surprised With the party. (C) No, il was delIVered on lime.

31, You want to adopt a new inventory control system, don't you? (A) Most olliS do. (B) I usually use Ihis system. (C) Our Inventory IS so low this month

32. Why did Barry request access to the database? (A) I've seen It before. (8) On his way to the post ollice. (C) To check lor any inaccurate Informallon.

33. 00 you have a Single room with a good view for the weekend? (A) We only have doubles at tha i time. (8) No. our trip was delayed. \C) Yes, the view was fan tastic.

34. What's on the schedule lor tomorrow? (A) 2:30 p.m. (8) I'd like 10 reschedule my apPointment. (e) A meeting wi lh the technicians.

35. The list includes the wrong address and information. (A) Tomorrow morning. (8) It was retu rned. (C\ I'll revlev/ II.

36. They're going to employ another person, aren't they? \AJ No, in the employee lounge. (8) Yes, we need more physicians tC) Yes. but I'm working overtime.

37. Why don't we prepare the auditorium for Ihe inte rview? (A) It'll be held III the auditorium. (8) Because we bought some office furni ture. (e) That's not a bad idea.

38. Who has the keys to the conference room? (A) Thomas must have them. (8) No, I dldn't attend the conierence , (e) She's in her of1ice.

39. Did Miss Yoshida finish the designs for the lobby last week? {Al No, she's still working on them. (B) Yes, it's in the office, (Cl LeI's meet in the lobby.

40, Wasn'l Anderson's lasl ilem well received by Ihe market? (A) It didn' t se ll well at all. (8) Yes, I have a receipt. (C) It was checked only yesterday,

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41·43 refer to the fol lowing conversat ion. .. \ Pardon me. is this the information desk for the

leadership training seminar? '/I' Yes. il lS, Wha t is your last name? I'll pull up your

registration lite and package for you, r.; I'm Ted Dyson. And also, do you know where the

talk on employee motivation will take place? Hmmm. It begins al10 a.m. III conference room A, here in the main convention building.

refe r to the following conversat ion. M Hello, I would like the number for the SheralOn

Hotel located in Montrea1. VI: Which localion do you prefer? I have listings for

two Sheraton Hotels in the city. fl.: I don't know the exact address. but I would prefer

the downtown location. Also. could you connecllhe call please?

\'I Sure. The number is 514·889·2093. Please stay on Ihe tine and I'll put you Ihrough. Thank you for using Belt Directory Assistance.

47·49 refer to the following conversat ion. VI' Hello. Jim, I just finished preparing these

sandwiches. M; Thanks, Allie. That's so nice of you. w' It was quite a simple recipe. I roasted some

vegetables and added them 'lo a couple of slices of baguette.

ro· That will be a great appetizer as Ihe guests are arnvlng, and it will go nicely with the beef kebabs I'm grilling. Why don'l YOLI set Ihem on Ihe coffee lable In the living room next to the fruit?

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M' I've been trying to contact him all morning, sending faxes and e·mails. Mario's away from his deSK. Do you know where he's gone?

w. He had to meet with some clients at the downtown branCh. Apparently. their documents haven', arrived yet , and he needed to deliver them himself.

M: I have some great news. Kensington Market has decided to lIse our advertising campaign. I'd love for Mario to oversee the project.

W: That sounds great. You should try to contact him on his celt phone. He would love 10 hear Ihe news personally from you.

refer to the following conversation. M' I just received my invoice Irom Ihe gas company in

Ihe mait. I can't believe the cost. w. Mine was quite high. loa. I lhink it's because I've

been using my healer so much In Ihis cold weather. M; I have as welt. However. I still believe it's higher

than it should be. Maybe I should contact the gas company 10 see il their regular rates have increased.

\'I Sounds like a good idea, Their customer service department is very attentive. Keep me updated on what they tell you.

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56·58 refcr to the following conversation.

Bill. were you able to conlact technical services aboul my e-mail account? I'm working out the de tatl s of this contract and aU 01 my are set up through that accounl. Yes. I did They'll have someone come over tomorrow momlng 10 take a look al it I'm \'larned Ihal it will be too lale. I laid our cHen! tha I I would conlacl her with the Initial oulilne before our meeting at I o'clock tomorrow. Could you conlactlhe support desk again to see if they can reschedule? No problem. I'll gel on Ihal right away. I'll speak to the supervisor on duty to see if they can allend to Ihe problem today


Hello. Suel Have you reseNed your hotel room for thiS weekend's trade show III Toronto yet? I'm not sure whether I Should slay for two or three nrghts. I reserved a room lor tllree nights. t want to stay tor the morning brunch on Sunday That's smart I'll can the hotel now 10 make the same reserva tion. You should conlaclthell1 as soon as possible. When I spoke wllh the hotel manager today he said there were only a few rooms left.

62·64 refer to the fo llowing conversation.

Good evening, Annabelle . WIll you be joining the other members of our team for dinner tOnight? Our reservalion is for 8 o'clock I thoughl Ihal you were all gOing ou t tomorrow nIght so that Frank could come. Welt . we wanted 10, bu t Frank satd ho couldn" make II tomorrow ellher. so we deCIded to go out tonight Instead I see In Ihal case leI me finish my work and I'll meet you aI8:15.


Good afternoon. Park Prinling. This is George. Who would you like to speak to?

,y My name IS Wilma JeHnes alld I run a recruiting agency. I would like to talk to Luke Newberry about having some personalized bUSiness cards pnnted. Unfor1una lety, Mr. Newberry and Ihe rest of the sates depanment have lell for Ihe day. but I can direct you to his voice malt If you'd care tQ leave a detailed message Yes, Ihat will be fine . I'U leave him a message then.

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Tim! I saw the hydro van parked in your driveway thiS morning, Was your hydro affected by Ihe VMd yeslerday? No, we never had any damage. However, my neighbors, the Jot1nsons, lost power when some tree branches fell on theil power lines. Oh. no. That sounds like quite a mess. Yes. Fonunately the cable company will cover the cost of repairing the lines. The Johnsons Sl10uld have power by Ihe end 01 the day,

[] . -, ,. 71-73 refer to the following message. Good evening. This Is the headquarrers lor the Insh National Bank. The oHica is now closed. Our regular bUSIness hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m .. Monday 10 Sa turday, wilh the exception 01 nal ionat holidays Should you wish to speak 10 one of OUI company represenlatives. please leave a message aller the tone. You are also able 10 check account balances using our lauch tone service. You can also use our web servtce for bill payments, the lransfemng of fUllds. or to obtain new producl tnformat ion. Thank you for ctl00slng INS, and we look forward to serving you again soon.

74·76 reterta the followin g radio announcement.

The township of Lmcoln would like to inform I\S citizens 0 1 the upcoming ci ty closures due 10 festival evenlS, Starting Friday November 9 th , SI Paul Sireet will be closed due to the Annual City Parade. Pedestrian (raific only wIll be permitted between Church Sireet and Jarvis Avenue. Pnorily access will be given 10 families wilh small children who WIsh to attend Ihe event. The sireets are expected to reopen Monday November 12th. We sincerely apolog1ze for the Inconvenience; however, we do hope that all of Ihe reSIdents or Lincoln wllllo!n 10 the festIVities 10 help make lhe annual event a success. II you have any questions abOut other planned events, please contacl the clty's lOllrism authorIty at 239-3497.

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n·79 refer to the following announcement. Good allernoon, ladies and genUemen, and welcome 10 our thIrd annual BUSiness Awards Luncheon, We wi11 begin wIth opening comments from last year's BUSiness Person of the Year, after which we WIll enjOy a buffet· style lunch Please remember that tickets are still available lor next month's charity ballroom dance event. entrlled "Under the Sea. M whIch you can purchase althe reception desk. Shortiy a lter lunch we \'JIll be aCknowledgIng thIs year's award winners . Please SI1 back and enJoy

80·82 refel' to the following rad io advert isem ent, Don't you deserve the mosl durable wriSlwatch on Ihe market? You'lI never have to worry about damaging your wa tch again With Thompson's new Skylime wnstwa tch, Our most recently developed wnslwalch IS extremely accurate, and Is guaranteed for life. Our watches are not only rehable , Ihey're stylish too. It you order now, Thompson wIll also mclude a pair of Dark Horse sunglasses WIth your purchase. and will shIp your order wllhin 5 business days. Please phone one of our customer representahves now at 1·800-999· 7865.

83·85 refer to the following announcement. I would like 10 Ihank you aU for jOining our board of dlreclors meehng this morning I wanted to lei you know Ihal we have chosen Ms, Josephine Reynolds as a $vcce$sfv t for the pasHlon 01 vice president of linance here at Jones & Burwell Consulling Services. After successful completion of our executive traiTling program, Ms, Reynolds will begIn work WIth us In aboul fIve weeks. Ms Reynolds JOIns us wilh exlenslve expenencs in Ihe finance jndustry. haVing worked as director of finance al The Optic Group in London for the past three years Prior 10 Ihat, Ms Reynolds wOrked lor several years as an accountant WIth The Hudson Bay Company In Madnd. She will now spend four weeks preparing lor her new position In our Los Angeles branch alllce before relocating to our headquarters here In Seattle. We are Ihrllled to welcome Ms, Reynolds to our group, and we look forward to her success here In Sealtle.

86·88 refer to the following telephone message. Hello, June ThIS is SUB. Would you please lell Jenny and Anne that I'm gOlOg 10 be a lew minu tes late? We are scheduled to meet at one o'clock this afte rnoon.

bUI my lunch meeting wUh the new ctien ts started Iilleen minutes latc. We should be getting our desserts In a few minutes. bul since I"S already 12:45. I'm worned that I won't make It back 10 the office In lIme for our meeting.

89·91 refer to the following excerpt from an interview. To respond to your queslion abow how I became uwolved wilh pohtlcallssues. I knew I wanled 10 become a politiCian from the lIme I was a child After I began studying politICS at Queen's University, I knew tha t I had made the fight career choice When I became presiden t o f the university student council I had lillie time leI! to spend with my classmates. At age twenly·live, as student council presiden t. t Introduced twenly new regulations to try to change the atmosphere of Ihe school. I was proud with what I had accomplished, bu t I was warned that I wouldn't go beyond student·level politics. Ho ... ·'ever. now after being recently e lected as state governor. I am happy 10 have been given the chance to have become involved so ear1y

92·94 reler to the fo llowing excerpt from a talk , As you are all aware, we've been speakmg With BaSion Techmcal College about the traIning courses it prOVIdes for our employees. Despite the fact that these courses are provided free of charge, many of you have expressed concern over lack of Inleresl from some 01 Ihe employees In yOllr departments. Some staff believe that there IS no direct correlation between the courses and theIr salanes, however as managers '.'Ie see the advantages thaI exira tratnrng prOVIdes. We have spoken wilh Boston Tech abOut ways that we can make the courses more convenient lor our slaff As a result, we have decided that the professors wtllieach Ihe courses In our conference rooms here al our company headquarters.

95·97 refer to the following telephone message, Hello. Barbara. ThIS IS Jim Michael. I'm calling WIth regard 10 Ihe change you had asked for in your travel plans. t've looked In lO varrous fHghts from Calgary to Honolulu and Jet Quest Airlines IS the only one that connecls In Los Angeles, A stopover flight Is actually 550 less Ihan the original price thai I had quoted you, so I have reserved a sea l for you on Ihat flight. Please check wllh your secretary, as I have fa)(ed the new itinerary to your offIce. Also, please send me an e·mall

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should you wish to book accommodation in Los Angeles. I have found a few hotels in the downtown area, bul I'm unsure of your price range. I look forward 10 hearing from you soon.

98-100 refer to the fo llowing introduction. May I have your attenlion, please? As we end our program today, It is my pleasure to Introduce our filth and tinal speaker, Ms. Marie Dupont. Ms. Dupont's presentation today will outline her findings on her research in health cars . In detail , she will speak 01 her most recent study on a healthy diet from an early age: following a nutritiOUS lifestyle. You should also be aware thaI Ms. Dupont has been asKed to join a group of medical professionals working on Ihis topic in Ihe lield. And I have heard that she will be relocating to Pans to join these doctors for a th ree-year fellowship. Ms. Dupont will be happy to answer any questions at Ihe end of hel presenlation. However, if you have a question, wnte il down on one of the cards provided, so that your question can be read in order for everyone to hear it. Tilank you very much for being with us today, Ms. Marie Dupont.

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1 . (A) The man IS dlvmg Into the wa ter. (6) The man IS fishing I(om the ralltng (el The man is packing up his fish ing gear (0) The man is purchasing some !Ish.

2. (A) Neither of the phones is being used (8) The fWD phones are dilferenl In size from each

olher te) The telephones are being repaired. (0) Each telephone IS in a separate booth.

3. (A) The worker is preparing to dig the earlh. (6) There are a 101 01 leaves on the road. (C) The road is being resurfaced. (0) The man is driving the truck down Ihe hili

4 . (A) They·re exchanging a documenl. (8) The man is adjusting hiS lie. (C) They are havtng a conversallon. (0) The woman IS leaning on the coun ter

5. (AI The man IS bUYing a tickel allhe bus Sialion. (8) The man IS board ing the bus. (C) The man IS ilandlng hiS baggage to a

conductor (0) The rnan is checking the bus tllnelable.

6. (/\) Tile vehicles afe being Vlashed. (8) The traffic on the street IS ve fy heavy . (C) One of the cars IS leaving the area (D) Cars are parked in the outdoor parking lot

7. fA) They' ,e put ling a fite In the cabinet. (8) They· re silting at a meeting table. (e) They're tooking at ihe document. (0) They' re taking ou t some papers from their

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8. (A) A driver IS stepping out of the car. (B) The traffic sign IS being laken down. (C) No cars are on Ihe road today, (0) The venlcles are slopped al a trafllc light

9. (A) She is climbing over the fence. (S) She is moving Il1e Irash cans. Ie) Sile is carry ing a carton InlO a building, (0) She is jogging along the street.

10. {AI The man IS folding up the chairs. (8) Most ollhe seals are unoccupied, (e, Thc man IS setting up Ihe stage for an even!. (0) The chai rs have been put oul on Ihe grass.

11. Who's going to give a speech this morning? (AJ No. I can give you a ride. (8) Tile manager WII! .

(C) The speech was very Informative

12, Did you work overtime yesterday? (A) I always work on Fndays. (8) No I left at two o'clock. (e) Okay, 1"11 be nghllhere.

13. What do you do for a living? (AI Fine. how about you? :8) No, I was just leaving. (C) I'm a personnel manager

14, When are you going shopping? eA) In Rome. (B) I'm JUSI browsing. (e) Rlgl11 after lunch_

15, How oHen do you visit the manufacturing plant? (AI Every two weeks. (8) For an hour. (C) He's staying with a fflend

16. Would you prefer to sit in the corner, or near the window? (A) I highly recommend it fS) No. t haven' t sent him a bill yel. (e) Eithel would be fine.

17, Do you feel any better after Ihe treatmen t? (A) We treat every employee equally. (e The sooner thc better Ie, Yes. l"m gellmg bettet

18. The cenlral library closes early loday, doesn't it? (A) No, I canceled it yesterday d)) Yes, that's INhal lhe staff said. I.el Yes, I'll call him laler.

19, When can you finish drawing up the schedule? fA) Yes. Ihey've been sen I. I B) This afternoon. Ie) Irs for my cOlleague.

20. What's the fastest way 10 get to the station? (AI I'd lake a taxI (0) It's aboul an hour by trarn. (C) You'll need to check tne departure It me.

21 . What lime are we supposed to be at the conference? (P.' He went to Paris for a conference. (5) Three o·clock. llllink. iC" At lhe meeting room.

22. Mr. Troy gave an informative presentation yesterday, didn' t he? ( \) Yes, I enjoyecl it very much. 18) No. I flke tea more Ihan coffee. Ie) He didn' t give a reason .

23. That financial company is hiring more consultants , isn't it? (A) Because of the hIgh Interest rate . (0) Yes. they're Irylng to flnCl the fIgh l person (e) Please send thiS check to Mt. Chang.

24. Where will you stay in Brussels? 'lll Yes. I was Just leaVing. ([3) In hal f an hour. ,e I At the Clearview Hotel.

25, He plans to improve the product quali ty, right? (1\) Yes, that's his idea. S) No, to tile marketing departlllent.

IC) On the flghl side.

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26. You're taking the summer business course, aren't you? (A I No, I usually lake a bus, L ) Last summer in Hong Kong.

r.CI Yes I'm plannIng to

27. Would you Jike a ride back to the airport? (A\ Thanks, I'd apprecIate II. ((3) You're right Irs on the 6th. IC) Yes. II'S near the airport,

28. Should we review this translation today, or put it o ff unlillomorrow? (A ) We need to make the reVISIons loday, (BI Yes. Just put them in the recycling box, Ie) Tile view IS fantaslic,

29. Is it going to cost a lot to repair your computer? tA/ l'm gOlO9 10 rent a beach house for Ihe

weekend. GI Yes, many limes.

IC) The maintenance man didn't think so.

30. Why don't you lake a day off to prepare for your trip? \Al Yes. I suppose I'd beuer. (8\ Yes, t work at a manufacturing plant (C I He's Just taking off hiS coal.

31. Will you be able to take some calls, or should 1 ask Me Chan? (A) He didn't make lIon lime. (B) If the phone rings , I'll answer it. (C) Okay I'll call you SOOrl

32. Why isn't the seafood restaurant open? (Al 1t closes every Friday. (8) I eRn'! see the sign (C) Tile soup IS very tasty,

33. Don't you want to contact someone downstairs and let them know the machine is broken? (A) Yes, we check regulady. (8) No, f can fIX II. Ie) Thanks, bUI f Ilad a tale breakfast

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34. Have they hired a professional advertising company or are they waiting? A) They've Just offered some company the work.

(6) There IS an excellent reslauranl near here. (C) II can wa it until tile morOlng.

35. Who is making the hotel reselVation? (AI The hotel was already booked. (8) Perhaps Mr. Chang. te) Submi t it bye-mati

36. Shouldn't we buy the thea ter tickets in advance? Lei'S go to a movie tonighl

(6) That's a great Idea (C) About advances in constructIon technology,

37. Why did Mr. Ladd leave withou t the required document? (A) He's returning for It after (he meeting, (8) He has already typed the document. It,;) There IS non8 left

38. How many customers do you visil in a week on average? (A} I lIslially take a taxI. (B) Between seven and ten, IC) Two weeks ago

39. Who can help me install this program? (A) I have some Irme a fter the moming meellng. (8) Yes, they were 11lstalled Ihis morning. (C) Irs in fron l 01 the bui ldIng.

40. Do you know the password to access the network? (A) They passed the test. (8) II was blocked by a password. (CI I'm sorry, I have no Idea.

41-43 refer to the fo llowing conversation. I: I've gO! 10 go to Mobile Communicat ions after

work , Are you looking at getting a new celt phone?

v' No, I'm Just having mine repaired. My IHght for New York leaves in the morning. and I have a few conference calls lined up while I'm there. Save YOllr receipts. I'm pretty sure the company pays for all business related expenses,


',',' Good afternoon and welcome to Fiber Optix Plus. What can I do for you?

t,l: Well , I have an appointment to meet with Marty Kline.

oN Sure. I'll contact Mr, Kline's secretary up on the hUh Iloor. Who can I tell her is here? My name is Kevin Fleming and I'm here to discuss an employment opportunity with the company.


W: We've lun out of bagels and rolls and we still have quite a few reservations tonight. Where did you go?

'" J just stopped by the bake!), down the street. Don't worry. We have enough dinner rolls for the evenlOg.

11 Oh great. Would you give me a hand? A customer al Ihe lable closest to the window would like SOme more coffee.

to', Sure. I'll go over right away.


M Hello, Judi. Are you still free for dinner tonlghl? I know a great new restaurant downtown.

w Oh, Barry, I'm sorry. I forgot it's my parents' wedding anniversary tonighl. We're throwing a party al the Falcon Hotel down by the lake. Would you like to come along?

M' That would be great. I'd love to meet your family. Have you already reserved a table?

VI, No, but I th ink I wilt call dunng our lunch break. I heard the view from the hotel is just beautiful.


',I' Sony to interrupt. bUI I got this shirt for my birthday a couple of days ago and it seems to be miSSing a few bullons, Could I exchange it for another one?

W: Sure. it shouldn't I)e a problem as long as it was purchased within the past 14 days. Do you have Ihe receipt? I'll need to verily tile purchase date.

'1· Oh, I'm sorry I wasn't given the receipt. It was a present from my fnend. She jusl gave It to me on Thursday, Ihough, so I'm prelly sure she bougllt it recently.

"I I'm extremely sorry, Unfortunately, it's store policy thai all refunds and exchanges must be accompanied by tile original receIpt.


w Good af1ernoon. Is this the shipping and receiving office? My name is Patricia LIghten and I'm expecling some documents to arrive this morning. J

was wondering It they've been delivered. 1.1: Just a moment, Ms. Lighten. I'll took inlo that lor

you. No. I'm sorry . there doesn't seem to be anything here for you.

tV: Would you be able 10 check under my assIstant's name? Her name is Wanda Green. There should be two envelopes containing approx:imately five documents each.

M. Yes. there are some packages addressed to Ms. Green. I was Just about to distribute the mall. I'll be around 10 deliver them shortly.

59-61 refer to t he fo llowing conversation.

M' Rebecca, do you know where the Samson file is? I wanted to look over tile linanClal charts before our meeting this afternoon.

>'I: I thoughl J saw Jack With it In the boardroom Why? What pages In particular were you interested in?

r.1 We're hoping to increase profits, so I wanted to do a sales and cost analYSIS. I'd like 10 also take a look at each sales representative's figures.

w· That's a greal idea. That way we can see who is domg well, and which people need a little more training, Then we can work in a new course schedule.

62-64 refer to the following conversation. \'J: Thank you for contacting Jones & Plane Marketing

Inc. This IS Diana Plane. What can I do for you? M: Hello, Ihis is Francis Smith calling from the littleton

Manufacturing Company. I'm calling to Inform you that we've decided to go wi th your advertismg campaign ami would like 10 send you a deposit. That's great, sir. Which bank will you be transferring the funds from?

M Our account is with the London City Bank on Westchester Avenue. Oh. and I'd also like to schedule a meeting with your executives to discuss our promotional video for sometime after September 18.


w Rick. I stopped by the construction site last night. I'm a lillie nervous. It doesn 't look like the

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renovations will be complete in tlmB for the grand opening of my offices. We have been a liHle delayed because some of Ihe materials didn't arrive on time. Bu t we sti ll hope ta be ready in time far Ihe even t. Well , the event IS scheduled for OClober 10th, so I was hoping to have the fumiture delivered by Ihe last week 01 September. That shouldn't be a problem. Even if a few more shipments are late. we should still have enough time to be ready by the first of October.

68·70 refer to the fo llowing conversation.

w· Do you know whelher Josh will return from his holiday before the marketing con ference begins on Wednesday?

I. He's scheduled 10 arrive at Fenway InternatIonal Airport on Wednesday afternoon , so I don't Ihlnk he'll be back to work untit Thu lsday. Do you think we should postpone the meelmg?

'0: Tha i won't be necessary. I'll just have Susan give her noles on the guesi speakers to Josh when he gets back. OK. then I WIll not make any changes to the meeling schedule.

71·73 refer to the fo llowing voice mail message.

Good aflernoon. I'm catting 10 leave a message for Lyle Peters In the laboratory. Hi Lyle. this IS Dr. Gina Weston Irom Northtown Medical ASSOCiates. One 01 my palients, Kelly Sanders. had some blood tests done a couple of weeks ago at your hospital. It has been ten days and I'm slill waiting lor ti le results. Could YOll please get back to me at your earliest convenIence to tet me know when t can expect to receive her file? I can be reached at 892-6680. Thank you and have a nice day.

74-76 refer to the follow ing tal k. This IS the final destination of our tour today. You'lI notice thai this room is unique in comparison to the other rooms we've looked at today. This is the master bedroom, and despi te the fact Ihat it was decorated over the same period, it looks much more modern. The olher bedrooms are a more traditional Renaissance style. However. completion of Ihls room did take longer than the olhers. due to tight finances in the Great Depression. Work was stopped for over two years. until

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Mr. Jenkins' busmess flourIshed once more Before you leave the building, let's stop in the gilt shop, where replicas 01 the Jenkins' many treasures are sold.

77-79 refer to the fol/ow ing in1roduction to a radio interv iew. Up next we have Andrea Vector. founder of Beauty First SklOcare Products. here in the studio. Beauty First has recently been awarded the BVC Products in Innovation Award for its non· tOXIC. all· na tural facial cleansers and moisturizers. Beau ty First products do not contain many of the Irritant causing ingredients thai other similar cleansers do. Ms. Vector will answer questions on how her previous expenence in the cosmetic industry inspired her to develop her OWn line 01 beauty care products. Please call 1-889-753-5555 if you have any questions lor Ms. Vector.

80·82 refer to the following rad io advertisement. Are you Interested In purchasing quahty. affordable products for your home? Then you need to VISit Design Depot. We have h'iendly and knowledgeable staff WIlling to herp you wi lh all of your design needs. There is no consultation lee and we are currenlly offering a 15% discount on all linens and draperies. We guarantee our p rices are less Il1an our compelitors. To make an appoin tment with one of our deSigners, simply call 555-2200.

83·85 refer to the following announcement.

Good evelllng, ladies and genllemen and welcome to Ihe Sydney Opera Center Because tonight's performance will be taped, we ask that alt guests refrain Irom taking photographs th roughout the performance. We would also ask that all cell phones and pagers be turned off while the periormance is in progress. Thank you for your cooperation and enJoy the show.

86-88 refer to the fo llowing"t raffic report. Welcome to the 6:00 news. This IS Rod Whitmore with a speCial weather update. If you are on the roads Ihis morning we ask that you dnve slowly and carefully and expect delays. The rain that began yesterday evening continued th roughout the night and into the early hours of the day. However, that precipita tion will turn 10 hail as the temperature drops significantly. The drop in temperature may also cause some icy condilions. so we recommend that you stay on all major roules.

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89·91 refer to the following telephone message. Hello. Brilney It's Jesse. I hope everything is going well with you. We're planning to meet on Monday 10 finish Ihal reporl I mentioned 10 you. So, our group would like 10 gel logelher to celebrate. J was wondering if you'd like to join us on Tuesday night for dinner. We're interested in trying the new Italian restaurant downtown. I'm not sure about what time our reservation is for, but I thmk irs around 7'30 or 8:00. I'll confirm the time and get back to you. I'd love it if we could gel together for a drink afterwards as \ .... ell. There's a great martini bar around the block from Ille restauranl. Anyway. give me a call back and tet me know. Cheers.

92·94 refer to the following news report. In national news. Algonquin National Park Will soon be sold In lots to local builders. On Thursday. the local government mel to discuss which areas of the recreation facility will be protected from the change. The Conservational Parks Authority said that the news was both disappointing and tragic lor the natural seiling and the many species of wildlife . Some polil lcians, however. are thrilled with the deciSion to sell the lots of land. since they feel the change will boost Ihe stagnanl tocal and provincial economies. We'll be back with the weather report following this commercial break.

95·97 refer to the following telephone message.

Hello. Ms. Blayer. This is Sung Min Lee from the operations department. I was wondering about the guest speakers you have invited lor thIS Thursday evening I have currently reselVed a conference rooOl that Will accommodate fifty people I would like 10 know il you know how many people witl be In attendance. Should you require more room. I will have to see if a bigger con ference room IS free. As you requested. I set up the projector. I did, however. want to double check whal type of computer your presenter Will be using as Ihe projector cables differ lor a PC and a Mac. I'll be In and out 01 meetmgs this morning. bu t if you leave a voice mall outlining my questions I can facilitate the arrangements. Please let me know if there are any other ways I can be of assistance to you. Thanks.

98·100 refer to the following news report. Research conducted by the WamerTelevlsion Nelwoll< has shown that more people are watching TV than evel before. Experts say Ihe growing number of programs available. as well as increased stress duringlhe average workday. has made people want to relax in front of the TV alter a hard day al the of lice Networks have reduced the number of commercials shown during programs In order to remain competitIVe. Initially. companies were unable to handle Ihe loss In advel11sing money, bul recently they have added commercials between programs. With the rise in ratings. viewers can expect 10 see new lelevlsion shows developed over Ihe next few seasons.

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1. (A) People are puttulg books on a shelf. (8) There are people looking al books. (C) The shelves are lined up. (0) The books are alt the same size.

2. (A) The televisions are hangIng on Ihe wall. (8) The chai rs are all full. (C) People are enJoymg a movie. (D) The.teleVISlons are lalling alf the wall .

3. (A) The men are lying on a bed. (B) The men have the same clothes on. (C) The men are wearing ha ts. (0) A man is lifting a bed.

4. (A) People afe runnmg In the l1a'1I5. (8) People afe mopping the Iloor. (C) People are hanging paintings up. (D) People are lookIng al the pain ti ngs.

5. lA) A man is ge tting some water. (8 ) A man is wrapping the package. (C) A man is holding a pen. (D) 80th men are wearing lies.

6. (A) The man 15 stacking wood. (8) The man IS working With a forkl ift. (C) The man is driving a carl. (D) The man is dehverlllg a presentation.

7. (A) He is tanning In the swimming pool. (8 ) The dogs are runmng in the water. (C) He is plaYing With his dogs. (O) He is feeding his dogs.

8. (A) The bUIldings are the same height. (8) There are buildings next to each o ther. (C) Every building has a balcony. (OJ Some people a re moving IntO the buildings.

9. (A) All the cords a re hanging on the wall. (8) Lots of cords are plugged In.

(C) A man IS laking ou l some cords. (0) The cords are lying on the floor.

10. (A) He is cutt ing down a tree .

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(8) He is bending over wi th a shovel (C) He is build ing a house. (0) He is making a mark on Ihe walt.

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11. When do you leave for Japan? (A) II left at 7 o'clock , (8) On Thursday morning. (C) Yes, they're from Japan.

12. Where can I buy a stapler? (A) By car. (8) That's a good Idea. (C) Try the convenience store.

13, Didn't you think the presentation was boring? (A) It was a long time ago. (B) Let's take a break, (C) No, I thought II was great.

14. Hi, I would like to reschedule my appointment with Dr, Roth, (A) May I have your name please? (8 ) He was apPoll1ted to the board. (C) Yes, he's my dentisl.

15. Did you see my umbrella anywhere? (A) No. it was raining hard this morning. (8) Yes, you lefl lt In my office. (C) Yes. I saw him at 4 p.m.

16. Would you like to try this jacket on? (A) I'm glad you did, (8) Yes. irs oHicla l. (C) What size is it?

17. When did you pick up the contract? (A) My assistant will be picking me up. (6) Nexi year. (C) I had it delivered to me.

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18, Would you rather have cream or milk in your coffee?

ro.., Nellhet, Ihanks. g\ I made three copies.

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19, Why do you go to work so early every morning? A) No, I'm working until 6 today

Ii Go 10 the secuilly oNlce, ,r I So 1 can avoid Ihe Irallic congestion.

20, How could you complete the blueprints for the new building so quickly? r Al No, I'll call back I!, I had some help (L, We should complete II tomorrow,

21 . Could you please lurn the volume down? to Down the hall and 10 your left 13 Turn lell al the light

I'm sorry I'll turn II down

22. If your II i9hl arrives after 4 p.m" Ill1ink you should rest throughout the remainder of the day. .\1 As soon as rhe plane arnves.

(b That's a lovely Idea I G) The afternoon would be good,

23. Who's going to prepare for Ihe interview? IAI Yes. II's a .1,ce \I,ew. (8) I think Irs at 9 or 9:30 (( The personnel depar1ment will.

24, Aren't the research proposals due soon? A) Ves, a researcher will be here soon, ·8) Yes. the deadline 's tomorrow r.! It was qLl!le comfonable.

25. I can help evaluate employees' performance. Al That should save me some lime. 13) We didn't receive any course evall/allons.

(el That was a great performance

26. Would you like to go oul lor dinner after the seminar?

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27, What's the extension for the product support center?

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28. Do you know why Ms. Lopez is convening a meeting? //1 To introduce her new secrelary. (G' We had to submit the report Ie Sure. leI's meet In the ca feteria

29. 1 don' l like the mood al Ihis place. (A} Are you oared? i B) He IS very moody c! II looks IIko a new tIe.

30, Do you know who will be replacing Alan when he retires?

\) Yes, Mary has replaced the tires ..I, 1\ hasn't been deciaed YCI ,) ThIS lown IS known for liS seafood,

31. Mark has to submit his expense report to accounting, doesn't he? fA Yes irs very expenSive. (f' J Sorry I can', count exactly. Ie) The manager said II'S not necess81Y Ihls lime

32. Where is the best place 10 buy office supplies? (A) Tl1e lIem 1t1ere IS always good rHI They're very rallable suppliers C) Thompson's.

33, Isn't there a recently released version of this computer program? (A) Tnars the only one we have /B1 No 1 don'llh,nk we need 10 buy II IC. No, they're selling well

34, ts Ihe new programmer we hired gening used to the work?

A. \ Sure, she found a new place. (6, Yes, she's doing welt. (e) No, I don'llhlnk It'S necessary.

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35. Should I have the itinerary sent to you or will you pick it up? (AJ I'll SlOP by 10 gel it. (8) No. slle can pick up the car (C) Yes. she grew up In Pans.

36. We received the linal approval last week, didn't we? (A) Actually. almost a month ago. (8) We sent II by e·mall. (C) II was hard to prove.

37. Is there a faster way to process the lesl results? (A) Buses go very fast on this slreet. (8) Only a few minutes away. (C) Submit them In person.

38. Why does Mark want to work the night shift tomorrow? (A) He's got an apPointment with Dr. Charles

during the day. (B) No. his coworker reI ired. (C) I think we treal every worker equally.

39. How about sending tile samples th is afternoon? (AJ No. by train. (8) lI·s a new model (C) Sounds like a good idea

40. How should we dramatically improve our methods of production? (A) I like comedies more than dramas . (B) Wel l. thaCs an Imp(ovemenl. (C) There·s a research learn worklOg on It.

41-43 refer to the following conversation. ,. Hello, what time are you open in the morning? rd

like to come in and purchase a gift for a colleague. N We open at9 a.m .. but unforlunately we open at

noon on Saturdays. I should be able to get there by 9, but are you able to hold something for me until Monday in case I can't make il In?

1'1: No. I'm I/ery sorry. We don'l hold anylhing because people rarely return 10 purchase the Items.

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44-46 refer 10 the following conversation. \'/ I'm available to help the next person. M: Hello, I"d like to purchase two tickets 10 Fnday's

concerts. N Unfortunately we only have seats available in

sections C and D. Would that be okay? t would have preferred section B. but 1 guess 1·11 take the best seats available.

47-49 refer to the following conversation. \,; I'd like to send these files to Kimberly Dawson. Do

you have her e-mail address? '<1 No, I don·1. Bul Jim in HR should have a list of all

company accounts. I'll gel it from him and fOl\va rd it 10 you later today.

w That would be greal. I have a number of new clients that [ need 10 set up meetings wi lh, so I'd like to let my supervisor know.

"1. Well. make sure that you contact Sam as well. The company has decided thai both a director and a supervisor should be present at all new client meetings.

50-52 refer to the following conversation. "N: Brian, are you available to pick me up at the train

station tomorrow afternoon? I'll be coming back from New York aUe!" the conference ends. I have meetings until 3, but if you're scheduled 10 arnve at around 6. I'll be there.

w Well, the Irain should be al the station at 5, but I can stay and wail. I'll go over my notes of the conference untit you arrive.

I.\" Great. 1"11 be there at 6 then. Why don·t we go lor dInner to discuss our presentation on Friday?


\ ' Karl, have you completed the financial reports? I have to determine next year's budget before my important meellng with the director this afternoon

M. Sorry, not yet. 11 seems like I"ve been answering my phone all morning and I can't seem to find the lime to finish them. My clien ts are very demanding.

w Really? I met your clients at lasl month's social function and they seemed reasonable. Ask Jenny to help you finish the financial reports. I' ll be away for a few hours, so she can use the computer In my office, That sounds good, but be sure nollo lock your door because' don·' have a key.

56·58 refer to the following conversation. M HI. Vanessa. Have you heard from the finance

department? I'm still waiting for the financial reports for this quaner.

w· I was talking to Jilt in finance a few minutes ago. She doesn't think they'lI be done this week. They've been realty busy preparing the budget for next quarter.

1.1- That's ridiculous. We have to get them to work on our charts first. I just got ao e·mait from the director, and the vice president Is coming from New York to review our progress.

w; Wow. I'll call the department manager and lell her to make this quarter's reports a pnority.

59·61 refer to the following conversation. W· Fiona lold me that you've decided to hold the

convention In Miami. 10\: Yeah, I can't wail. Actually, we were thinking of

Singapore at first. bullhe price of Ihe airline tickets is too high due 10 the seasonal demand.

,'1 ' Well , Singapore is fantastic. I spent my last vacation there and had a great time.

M: Really? Many people said Ihat they found it diHicult to communicate while there.

62·64 refer to the following conversation. W: We were asked to save all of this month's

computer files in order for the IT department to change servers. However, I think that the files are 100 large. Where should we store them?

M' Well , we could reconfigure the computer network to gain storage. What about that?

W: That sounds good. Let's try thaI. Do you know how to reconfigure the network?

M I have no idea. The IT department will probably know how, I'll call them now.

65·67 refer to the following conversation. w· Have you contacted the convention center to

confirm how many guests will be attending the conference?

M' I haven', had a chance yet. t'm still going over the names of the clients that we are considering inviting.

\',. Well. please try to get to it as soon as possible. If we postpone it much longer. we may not be able to gelthe staff to do everything we would like 10 lime.

M I'll contact a few clients to confirm whether or not they will attend. I can finish it this afternoon.

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68·70 re'fer to the following conversation. M: I have so many meetings this afternoon. I really

don't think that I'll be able to complete the installation of our new software before Tuesday.

w· That shouldn't be a problem. A few exira computers are scheduled 10 arrive on Friday, and the technical team won't finish reconfiguring the new network before Monday. That's great. I'll be sure to be done by then. 011, did you want me to check the Internet connection?

w· Yes. somelimes I can'llog on 10 the website. I think there are some problems with the Internet.

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71-73 refer to the following advertisement, Thanksgiving is a time for families to geltogelher and be grateful for their health and happiness. The best way to capture these moments is with a Canax digital camera. The quality and color in the pictures will help you go back to thaI moment in lime. Now is the time to head down 10 Gibby's Electronics for our annual holiday clearance sale. Allot your tavorite brands are now marked down to a iraction of Il1e price. Can· veniently located on Geneva Street, next to the downtown arena, Gibby's Electronics can fulfill all of your electronics needs. Stop by to see us today!

74-76 refer to the fo llowing recorded message. Welcome to Zodiac Computers customer helpline. We are happy to assist you with any of your computer-related questions and concerns. If you have a question relating to downloading software, press one. If you requi re help setting up an Internet connection or network, press two. For a list of our store locations, press three. If you would like to order a product and know the serial code, press tour. If you need to speak to a computer technician, press O. To listen to the options again, press 9. Please visit our website during the next two weeks and download Zodiac coupons, which can be used at any of our fifteen store locations. We appreciate your business and we will make every efton to provide you with the products and services you need.

n-79 refer to the following short talk, I would ask everyone al th1s time to lurn in your company manual to page 15. This chapter ot the manual details our company policies. As you read over

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ihe various policies, please pay attention to those relallng to customer service, t will give you a few minutes to read Ihese policies and then we will discuss them as a group. Once you have finished reading, please lurn 10 the person silting nexi to you. DIscuss with your partner how you can better seIVe your customers. After you have spent a few moments speal<mg With your partner. write down your Ideas on a piece of paper. At Ihe end of this seminar you will have a chance 10 share your ideas with the rest of the group.

80-82 refer to the following talk. We would like 10 welcome you all here today 10 the Downtown Juniper Office Complex. You have been asked to jOin us because, as investors. you have all played a significant part in gelling this project started. Presently, we have rented nearly 80% of the office space. and I must add thai we are Ihrilled wilh Ihe results. I'd Uke to start by laKmg you for a tour of one 01 the model offices. Following the lour, I would like to Invile you to join me in the building's 5-star restaurant for a lasting of some of our deliCIOUS lunch specials. And once again. Ihank you lor your continued support with 'he completion ollhls project.

83-85 refer to the following telephone message. This Is the cus tomer servtce line for OUlckstart Internet SeIVtce. All of our agents are currenlly on the Hne seIVing other clients. Our hours 01 operation are 9 a.m. 106 p.rn .. Monday 10 Friday. Please Slay on Ihe line 10 schedule an appointment. At the lime of installation. please have YOllr order number and a check or money order to cover the fees. The rnslall8110n cost is $59.95. It should only lake about 25 minules, and you will be able to access the Internel Immediately. Someone must be present at Ihe Irme the technician vlsilS, so H you are nol avaUable, you must make another installalion appointment. Thank you for choosing QUlckslart Internel Service.

86-88 refer to the following introduction. Good afternoon_ It IS with great pleasure that I in troduce Or. Meg Robertson. Dr. Robertson is the leading research associate al the Clear EnVironmental Research Group. For the past 8 years, the cenler has been responsible for developing some of the most unique methods related to the light agarnsf global warming. Or. Robertson has jOined us here today to talk about her group's most recell! efforts to reduce me

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harmful effects on the environment. There WIU be a question and answer period following the lalk. Please give a warm welcome 10 Dr. Meg Robertson.

89-91 refer to the following telephone message. Hello, Mr. Underv/ood. This Is Maria Avila calling lrom Warehouse Olfice Supplies Limiled. I just received your e-mail regarding your company's purchase 01 computers and pnnters. Unfortunately. the pnnler model that you had requested is presently unavaIlable, and won't be In slock lor another couple 01 months We do. however, currently have another printer model that is comparable to the anginal one Ihat you had requested. We are willing 10 loan you this model while you are wailing for the other shipment. There are no problems with the compuler order. We will have your delivery shipped by Thursday afternoon. Please contact us about how you would liKe to proceed with respecl to the printers. Thank you for your cooperation and we hope to hear from you soon.

92-94 refer to the following introduction. We would like to thank you all for joining In the-grand opening of the Fallsview Ballroom & Theater. Tonight's opening performer demonstrates the kind of classical talenl that we will be showcasing over the next few months in our six-part senes. We befieve Ihallhese performances, and the overall charm of the Fallsview Ballroom & Auditorium . will add 10 the cultural charm of the area. And now let us begin tonight's performances. We do ask tllat you switch off any cell phones and pagers at Ih;s lime. There will be a len· minute intermission between each acl at which lime refreshments will be served In the main en trance. Thank you for your cooperation and enJoy the evenmg.

95-97 refer to the following announcement. The lasl item to talk abou1 today at Ihis afternoon's meeting IS the company's new policy with regard to expenses. We have discussed and approved two changes. The lirst has to do with receipts and invoices. Firstly. all bills must be submItted on the last day 01 each month. The other major change has to do with company accounts. We have also increased budgels by 5%, so as 10 accommodate aU employees. Part·time employees will be given a company credit card to use for travel and meal expenses when dealing with corporale cHents. Please speak to Sally in HR before the end of the week 10 receive your card.

98·100 refer to the fo llowing phone message. Good morning, Jemma. This is Irene Smith from Dr. Baker's office. I am calling to confi rm your appointment lor 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Please arrive al least 15 minules prior to your appointment so that we can fill out the appropriate forms. Don't forget to bring your health insurance card and a piece of photo 10 to the appointment. In total your physical examination shouldn't take more than 20 minutes. bu t you may need to stay afterwards lor some blood tests. Dr. Baker should be able to provide the results of your tests within 2 weeks. So remember, your apPointment is at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday morning. Please call us if you have any questions. See you then!

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1. (A) The boats are lIoatlng in Ihe water. (8) The boat is being pushed Into the water. (C) The boats are crashing into each other. (D) The boats are sailing on the open sea.

2. (A) The chIldren are washing a car. (8) Several people are gelling into a vehicle. (C) Some lools have been pi led up behind a

vehicle. (O) The children are leaning against a car.

3. (A) The man is moving down the slope. (8) The mall is climbing a ladder. (C) The man IS wearing a safety helme!. (D) The man IS culling the rope.

4. (A) People are putting fruit in tile baskets. (B) The people are making pnce lags. (C) The woman IS looking at some fruit. (0) A customer has his arms folded.

5. (A) The men are usmg a ladder 10 climb a elllf. (8) The cable has been rolled completely Into a

coil. (C) Construction workers have closed off the road. (0) The electricians are working on the cables.

6. (A) The road through the forest has been paved. (8) There are tracks in the field . (C) People are farming to the field. (0) Farm machines are parked near a building.

7. (A) Some people are playing musical instruments. (8) People are watChing Ihe performance. (C) People in the back are gathered for a meeting. (D) The performers are bowing to the audience.

8. CA) People are crossing the stree!. (8) The cars are stuck in traffic. (C) The traUlc is moving in both directions. (0) There are arrows palnted on the road.

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9. (A) Framed pictures have been placed on the tables.

(8) Many pictures are being developed. lC) There are a lot of pictures posted on the wall (D) A man IS hanging pictures on the board.

10. (A) The man is reading a sign in the park. (8) The man is sitting on a bench. (C) The man is holding an umbrella. (0) The man is plan ting a tree.

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11 . When is the new economic repor1 due? (A) 20 pages. IBl By the end of the monlh. (C) A new supervisor.

12. Would you prefer milk or juice? IAl From RUSSia. (8) Not al all. (C) JUice. please.

13. Do we have to pay for the tickets? (A) No. the company pays for Ihem. IS} Yes. II'S a beautiful city. (C) No, I sent l11em by fax.

14. Who sent us these financial reports? (A) Brian did. (8) By e-rnall. (C) To review them.

15. Why did you choose that office? tA} We need to choose a delegate for the

conlerence. {Bl It has a great view. (C) Two days ago.

16. What should I wear when we attend the con ference? (A) I'd recommend a suit and tie. (8) I bought II yesterday. (e) Over there in the filting room.

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17. Didn't 1 write down your company name correcUy? (A) Yes, irs right over there . (B) No, It has two J's. not one. (C) I'm sorry, I can't.

18. Margaret McCarthy is the head of advertising. isn't she? (A) Yes, I work in Ihe advertising department. (8) No. she didn', make it. (C) Yes. she just gal a promotion.

19. Where did you go on your summer break? (A) At the end 01 the year. (8) Va ll. for a change. (C) The camera lel1s is broken.

20. Should there be more strict safety regulations at the workplace? (A) Yes, but II lakes place 10 September. (8) No. irs in the safe. (C) No, the present rules cover everything.

21 . How long have you had this job? (A) For almost five years. (8) II is five kilometers away. (C) I work five days a week.

22. Aren't you meeting with the real estate agent today? (A) No, our meeting was canceled. (8) By bus. usually. (C) To find a new office.

23. What's the exact size of the new office? (A) It IS convenIently located. (8) Yes, it has three meeting rooms. (C) I'm nol sure.

24. Who can give us some assistance with the advertising campaign? (A) Yeah, irs really helpful. (8) Mr. Ramirez can help us with that. (C) No, she's a part-tune assistant.

25. Are the marketing reports nearly ready? (A) What are YOLI reporling? (8) Nearly a year ago. (C) We need more time.

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26. Excuse me, is this the express bus for Tokyo? IA.l We'd falher lake a taxI. IBl Sorry, I'm nOI sure myself (C) To express a concern.

27. This report looks pretty impressive, doesn't it? {AJ I'm JUSI browsing. 8) Yes, they've done a good job,

(C) Tomorrow morning looks good,

28, Why didn't anyone answer the phone this morning? (A) Sure, thaI's a good Idea (8) You can use my phone, fe) Ihe of/ice is closed loday,

29. Where should I keep Ihese company letterheads? (AJ In the cabinet by the door (B) Lale this afternoon (C) My assistant will order lIlem.

30. The mainlenance department will install another air purilying system in the cafeteria . (AI No. I can' I. 81 Good, II's hard to breathe 111 there as il lS

rC) I'm not hungry yet

31 . Why don't we go over Ihe research results next? (A) We could do thaI. IB) Yes. she did, Ie) Usually once a year.

32. When IS Amelia's resignation going to be officially announced? (A) Yes. he was fired (8, Congralulaliorls on your retirement . (C) At tile next board meeting, I thInk

33. Would you prefer to meet in the meeting room, or somewhere else? V\l Someone else Will take It. (8J LeI me reserve the cafeteria . C) Ves, he's In a meellng,

34, Don'l you we should start looking for a different distributor? (AJ No, Irs a dllterent kind 01 paper. (B) I'm nol lor a Job, Ie) You're probably regilt

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35. How long will it lake to implement the new procedures? (AI two months (8) By analYZing procedures. (C) About a new policy

36. Why hasn't Ihe new equipment been installed yet? (A) U's from ASia. (8) No, I'll use other devices. IC) They're wailing for an addiltonai pan .

37. When will the technical support team arrive trom London? (AI AbOul seven or eigh t people. (B) The plan hasn't been confirmed yel Ie) They worked cooperatIVely ,

38, Don't you wanl 10 join us for the free Irip to Disneyland? (AI Yes.. I'm looking forward to meeling her (8 ) No, he usuat1y wears a unilorm , fe) ThankS, bu t t went last month.

39. It was quite unexpected 10 see a long line al the new restaurant on the corner. IA) About twenly dollars, (HI Yes, 1\ was surprising to me. 100, (I;) Medium fare, please

40. How did you manage to find the new apartment near the office? (A) The present tenant IS a !rlend of mIne IBI Yes. the managor Will be here on Tuesday Ie) It's near Ihe post offIce

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41 -43 refer to the following conversation.

'II' 00 you have your lraln for Denver yet? H No, all of the tickets are booked because 01 the

holidays. Ii WeH. I thInk things II'IUI qUIet down by Sunday. Why

don't you try to leave on Tuesday? ,j That won't work . Negoliations with Ihe clients are

scheduled 10 begin on Monday,

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44-46 refer to the following conversation,

N Hello, Bill. How was the luncheon yesterday? I wasn't able to go. I was working on fintshing up tha i presentation we had for the new clients this morning. BUI a lew of us are tooking at going out tontglH after work. Would you care to loin?

w Thai would be great Is iI mar1ini nIght at the new restaurant again? No. lontght they have a discount on appetizers. The special starts al 7:00. so leI's meet in the lobby af 6:30.


.' Can you believe the lineup? Why are so many people at the bank 111 the middle of the day? We're going to waste our whole break waiting 10 tine!

,. 00 you think we should come back tomorrow? We should get back to prepare for the presentatIon this afternoon.

M: I tl11nk you're right. 11 we keep wailing then we'll definitely be late for the presenta tton.

Y I wonder If Llan in sates put the sales repon on my desk. I told herlhat I need It for loday's meeting


'1 On Wednesday I have to go and see Mr. Franklin In human resources, and I don'l think I'm prepared for the meeting. He's interviewing me to see if I am quallfted 10 transfer Into Ihe accounting department.

,,/ You'll be okay I spoke with Mr. Franklin yesterday aod he seems like a really friendly man. Why don't you go home early today and prepare for the Interview? That's a good Idea. I know Ihat he's Inlervlewlng a lot of people for the position and so I want to make a good Impresston.

\'} I think you'll do line. l 'Ulend you my accounting manual to study from


"01 very busy today. Do you mtnd if I work late tonight?

M ThaI's OK with me Maybe Trevor can help YOLl with the report for a couple 01 hours tontght.

'/. That would be a big help. U's really Important for me to finish thiS report so that I can send il to Chicago, As a matter of fact , I spoKe with our client in Chicago today and he is waiting for the hnal draft.

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It's good to see you Adam. How was your trip to the U.S.?

", Fantastic. I went with a couple of close friends, We stayed at a big holel in Las Vegas for a week. Yeah, I loved Las Vegas when I was there twO years ago. Did you gel to see a lot willie you were there? Actually. only a little. We were more Interested in gambling althe hate! every day. Once In a while , we tried out some interestIng bars, though,


/.. Doesn't the staN restaurant Include a beverage with lunc!,? Why don't I see thaI optIon anymore?

I.'," The company has decided to cut costs where possible. And It lool<s like Ihe restaurant was the obvious choice. That's too bad I always dnnk coffee after lunch, and tile exIra COSI can be expensIve In the tong run.

W: Well . you could always stop by the coffee shop on your way back to Ihe office. They do have Ihat preferred customer discount card.


Hello, I'm here from Business Office Supplies. I have some file cabInets , tables, and chairs to be delivered for Grace Cameron. Sure, leI me see if I can get her. Unfortunately, Grace IS In the middle of an Important meeting.

,. Well. I can't really wa it. I have dehvenes lined up aU afternoon. Is Ihere someone else Ihal can sIgn Ihe Invoice?

..... Sure, I can do thaI. Why don'l I contact Ihe maintenance depar1menl to help you bring Ihlngs in?


/,\. Hello, I saw an advertIsement in a newspaper Ihat you have a few postlions available in marketing.

w Yes, but there IS only one opening right now. We do have severa! positions available in the technical support dIVision. Would you like to learn more about those? Welt. I would prefer marketing, I have extensive experience in advenlsing, and I would only be interested in a technical support position if there were some training involved.

w Why don't you go and watt In the VIsitors room, and I'll see if someone from HR can meet wilh you.

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III 'Ihlnk thai this one has aU of 1he elemenls that you're looking lor. There IS a corner office. the windows overlook Central Park, and there is a kitchen in the back corner.

'.'I ' That sounds like exaclly what we're looking for. I'd love to look al il. We only have a month before we expect to launch our new marketing campaign. so 1 was really hoping to get into an office as soon as possible, How much does it cost? Well , the selling pnce is $500,000. We can look al presenting an offer slightly lower, but it will depend on the number of interested buyers in the market.

w' Yes, I know. Can I make an appointment for my partner and I 10 come by this afternoon to see it?

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71-73 refer to the following talk , Accordmg to our records , Ihis is your first viSit to our clinic. Before Dr. Briant can examine you, you'll have to lill out these medical history and insurance forms. Please include a list 01 all medications you are taking and any allergies you may have. After you have lilled out the forms, our nurse will take your blood pressure and temperature. PII be l1e(e in my otlice if you have any questions

74·76 refer to the following message. Good morning1 Mr. Willows. This ;s Kevin Pine calling from Kinlord Electronics 10 let you know that your computer is ready . I apologize that we weren't abte to get your computer to you yesterday as we had promised, However there was more damage to the hard drive than expected. We're closing today at 6 p.m., but we will be open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. tomorrow. Please call us if you are unable 10 come in, and would like to pay an additional delivery charge. I thank you for your patronage and apologize once again for any inconvenience this may have caused you.

77-79 refer to the fol lowing instruction. AU delegates, may I have your auenlion please. Now. please register at the front desk where you can pick up your convention 10 card and Information booklet. Also. we have posted a list 01 guest speakers ou tside of the main conference hall. The keynote speaker will present Ihis morning at 10 a.m. in the Wentworth Auditorium. We will then take a short break for a group lUncheon.

Afterwards we gather once again for a video presen tation ent1t1ed "Your Money: Achieving Financial Success." narrated by Bill Gates. A short discussion will follow the screening. Should you have any questions or concerns. please visit the reception desk located on the main lIoor, I would like to thank everyone for joining LIS today, Please enjoy the presentations.

80-82 refer to the following Instruction. Welcome, everyone. I would like to discuss lhe renovations that we will begIn at the end of March . While it is presently only November, we must develop the best execution plan possible. I would like lor each of you to note your comments on the cards I have left on the table, On lhe cards, please list what you feel am the most important changes for our office space. And we will meet agall1 in two weeks to determine whose suggestions we will include In the renovation plans. Please keep in mind thaI although the renovations are necessary, we would like to keep ll1e overall cost to a minimum,

83-85 refer to the following announcement. Good afternoon. everyone. II you are jOining us today at the Technology Made Easy Seminar. tllen Ihat means you are looking at making your computer and Internet work for you. And I know how difficult It may be, but once you practice these simple techniques you'll see how quick and easy technology can be. My program wUl help you to use Microsoft Office, anti-virus updating techniques, how to surf the web, and much more. Best 01 all. the whole program takes Just one day to learn, Until now, my products have only been available in select stores, but today we are offeflng free home delivery for only $49.95. Don't forget that if you are unhappy wilh the system, we will refund your money.

86-88 refer to the following announcement. Chicago's lwenty-fifth annual OffIce Trade Show will begin on September 15th and continue until Sunday September 17th. The show will feature oWee products from diSlributors all over North America. OrgaOlzers are expecting to allract more Ihan fifteen thousand people over the cOUrse of the weekend, which will create a substantial economic boost to hotels and restaurants in Chicago's downtown district. Events will be organized throughout the weekend 10 cater to guests, as buyers

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and vendors converge on the city for this three·day event. ParticIpants will have the opportunity to win a brand new office suile in a raffle to be held on Sunday.

89·91 refer to the foll owing introduct ion . I'd like to welcome Martino Lopez. a world-renowned business columnist, to our radio talk show Ihis morning. Many 01 you know Mr. Lopez because of hIs best· selling marketing books. Mr. Lopez joins us today to discuss the concept of Internet marketing. Let me introduce Mr. Lopez by speaking briefly about his education and personal background. Martino Lopez was born in Columbia in 1964. but traveled to England as a young man to attend schooL Alter studying abroad lor several years, Mr Lopez returned to Columbia to teach at the University 01 Bogota before departing once again on a world speaking tour. Following our conversation, I will take calls from listeners who have questions for him. And now. tet's begin our talk with Mr. Lopez.

92-94 refer to the followIng announcement. Ladies and Gentlemen, may I have yatJr attentton, please? I have been asked to inform you that this year's charity dinner has exceeded our financial goals. The organizers and promolers of this years event will join me after dinner to thank you for your generous contributions. We believe thai this year's evenl may be Ihe most successful ever. We sincerely appreciate your effort and hope that this money will make a difference In the fight against cancer. Thank you once again for your generosity.

95·97 refer to the fo llowing news report. Th1s aflernoon at hIS weekly municipal meeting, the mayor is expected to announce plans to build a new bridge over Lyons Creek. The bridge will join east and west Hampton. Patterson Construction & Engineering. the company scheduled to design and construct the new structure, spoke to KVB News earlier today. They say the bridge will be orange in color, four lanes In width. and fit in with Ihe new modern theme the city has been trying to achieve. The bridge will no doubt be beneficial to a number of Hampton residents who make the now crowded commute from east to west on a daily basis. Patterson Construction & Engineenng has agreed to starl the project this summer, with hopes to complete the project next spring.

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98-100 refer to the following announcement. May I have your attention please? The flight scheduled to leave Heathrow International Airport at 7:20 p.m. has been delayed. We ask that you remain in the boarding gale area until furl her notice. A mechanical engineering team is currently inspecting the aircraft. Upon impact with the runway. one of the pieces in the landing gear jammed. However, it shouldn't take long to repai r. We will depart for Paris as soon as the problem has been fixed. In the interim, please remain in your seats or join us in the lounge. where complimentary cocktails and ref reshments will be served. We ask that you continue to lislen for updates and we thank you for your cooperation.

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1. fA) The man IS gesturing with 11is hands. (8) The man is holding a hose. (C) The man IS getting In a fire truck. (O) Tile man is pUlling out a lire.

2. (A) The gills are wrapped, (8) People are putting ribbons on Ihe gifts. (e) The packages are marked ior shipment. (0) The gifts are belOg handed oul.

3. (. .... ) The lawn has been neatly mowed (8) The ground is covered with leaves. (eJ The man is talking on his cellular phone. (D,I The man IS pulling hiS boots on.

4. (A) AU of Ihe car doors are open. (8) The front 01 Ihe car is in good condition. (C) The wheels of Ihe car are broken. (0) The car is broken down on the side ollhe road.

5. (A) The woman is carrying her kids Into a bUilding. (6) The woman is giving some food to her kids. (e) The woman IS pushing a stroller. (O) The kids are seated in a car.

6. (1\) People are pushing cars down me road. (8) Cars are parked In a line. (C) TraHic IS moving into the InterSecllon. (0) Pedestrians are walking down the sidewalk In

groups.

7. iA) The off ice room is emply. (8) People are taking notes. (C) A woman is seiling producls. (0) People are working at their workstations.

8. (A) The men are titling some cartons. (B) One man IS loading a box into a cart. (e) The men are moving something together. (0) The men are stacking Items onto a wheel

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9. (A) A man is putt ing sunglasses on. (8) A man is fixing his car. tC) A man IS opening the hood (O) A rnan IS reaclling to pick up a too l.

10. (A) The cook IS servlllg chicken (6) The man IS culling vegetables. IC) The man IS looking at the loocl. (0) The cook is wearing a long· sleeved unilorm.

11 . Would you like me to get something for you? (A) All the rooms are booked. (8) No. thanks. (C) tt's on the 6th floor.

12. When was the chemical company established? lA) AboUI a year ago. (8) Two btocks away. (C) The results helven', been published yet

13. Where can I get additional informalion about the product ion schedule? (A) On the bulletin board. (8) At 7 o'clock. (C) Yes, it's a very popular product.

14. What are your ptans for this summer? (A) Next month would be mcer. (8) Yes, I met him (C) I'm going to visil my parents.

15. That was a wonderful movie. wasn't it? (A) Yes. after a movie. (BJ Yes, I really enjoyed it. te) No. it isn·! expensive.

16. Who does the assistant supervisor report to? (A) I dan', think 1 can. (8) To Ihe director. (e) It's his report .

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17. Where can I go 10 buy a local newspaper? A) There is a convemence Slore around the

cornOf (51 Pens and paper clips 'C\ Yes, I read II

18. 11 looks like we'll finish drawing up the documenl on lime. (A) Yes. we arnved exaclly on lime. IBI rill glad to hear Il1al. eC) TomOlrow will be hne.

19. When can I expect 10 purchase your new novel? (A) No. In Augusl (8) I had high expeclal!ons. (C) WithIn SIX 10 seven months.

20. Can we lake a break after the meeting? \A) Yes, thaI's a good Idea fS1 III10ughl II was broken. C' About a ne\'-,I product.

21. Why did you go oul lor lunch so early today? (A) Sorry. bul I've already eaten lunch. (8) So I can send this report by live. (e) She always arnves earty 10f work.

22. Did you already renew Ihe maintenance cont ract or will you speak with the manager first? (A) I wilt talk wll lllhe manager. ([31 The maintenance man fixed II. (C) HIS presentation was a litHe boring.

23, Don't you want help with the budget review? (A! Maybe I can help you IS) Yes, !l1al's the righl prace (C No, thanks. I thInk I can manage It.

24. How about meeting me for lunch Thursday? (AI Thai sounds like a good idea. fBI Because Ihey're holding a meeling. Ie) Irs in the box

25. There w ill be a special even t in Ihe restauran t, won't lhere? (A) I'll try the spaghellL (6) He won't be late. tCI Not 811h!s Irme 01 day.

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26. Who decided 10 extend the sale until Friday? tA) II's on May 151. (B) 1I was Mr. WIlliams' idea Ie) Yes, for the extension 01 a contraCI

27, I've been to the new Spanish restaurant several limes. (A) To Spain. (8) I've already had plen ty , thanks. (e) t haven'llned It yet

28, Aren', you going to send those boxes? (A) Yes, next 10 Ihe box (0) No, I"m not finIshed packlng them. IC) Send In this invoice

29, Why has Mr. Wayne rejected the proposal lor the new office building? (A) It's In Tokyo. (B) You need to submIt the proposal tomorrow. (e) It's lao far from Ihe planl.

30. Should we have an opening ceremony in Ihe company ballroom or should we go somewhere else? (A) Yes, we should open a branch. IBl It was at the Grand Ballroom. Ie) Ler s have It al the company cafetena.

31 . Are Ihere any seats available for OctOber 81h? tA) Just one. IB) Thank you. fe) I' ll be available alter seven.

32. The sales seminar is scheduled for tomorrow. righ t? tA) No, II was postponed un III nex t week 18) Sorry. 1"11 be a lil lie late (C) The seminar room downstairs.

33, Should we visit the manufacturing ptant to conduct a safe ly inspection? (A) They dldn', VISIt It. (8) No, I'll water II. fC) Sure. let's go next Monday.

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34, How are you getting to the library tomorrow morning? (A) Yes I wenl there, tS) t'lIlake the bus. tel It's 111 the library.

35. 0 0 you know which bus goes 10 New York? CA) The SWitch IS on the Side tS) Sure, III send It nghl away (C I The number 12

36. Didn't anyone go over this medical report? fA) I need to get some medicine. (B) Go to the hospital. (Cl Yes, I checked it over tWice.

37, How about changing our marketing strategy? fA) She missed Ihe stra tegy meellng. (61 Do you think it would help the company? (el Whal ls the exchaflge rale today?

38. Why d id Mr. Gomez send you a product catalogue? (A) Roughly in an hour, (81 We usually order many different pfoducls . (e) So r can keep up wi th Ihe latesllrends

39, Do you have a copy of our price lists? (A) Yes, bUI It'S not a hnal verSion. (B) Irs too expenSive. (C) Cream and sugar.

40. When's the nexl !lighl to New York? (.4,) No, I can', n9ht now. (8) In Iwo hours. Ie) AI galo 2.

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41 -43 refer to the following c onversation.

VI' Pardon me. have you seen our waiter? I'd like to order some more water.

M I'm te ffibly sorry. I'll see where he has gone. You haven't been wail Ing long. have you?

w Only about 5 minutes. But that's okay, you look quite busy thiS afternoon.

M Yes, we a re now allull capacity. so everyone here Is busy al the moment.


\" Are you intending to fly 10 Montreal? ,\ That's a possibIlity . I flew there last year, bUl l think

a group of us may dnve. Would you be Inlerested in carpooling?

W: Sure! FlYing is delinl1ely laster. but I'm nervous when flying. Besides. Ihe weather this time 01 year will make lor a beaullful drive. We mlghl be able 10 do some sighlseell1.9 on the way.

M. ThaI's a lamastlc idea, Why don't you phone Ruth and Jim? I'll speak to Ryan and lell him the plan.

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w Can you stop by Il1e supermarket on your way home? I need a few things ror dinner tonight.

M' Actually. I was gOing to slOp by the new bakery to pick up a couple of baguettes as well. Hey, why don't we InVIte Bllt and Jane over, too?

W: That sounds greal. And good Idea about the new bakery. r really like thel( bread. It's so fresh. I'll call Bill and Jane to see If they'd like to jOin IJS .

M Well , why don't you prepare some appetizers 10 go along wilh Ihe bread, and I'JI grill up some pork tenderloin when I get home.


t.l: Welcome 10 Lexing ton Office Tower W e would be pleased to g ive you a lour of the rental oll ice and the facilities.

1/ . Thai sounds okay, bU l l preler buying 10 renling because I'm looking for an investment as well. Are there any offices avaIlable 10 purchase?

/,I' Well , actually we do have a few listed on the market. What features are you looking for?

w' I would like a space alleaSI 800 square lee I, overlooking the park, and close to the elevators.

53-55 refer to the following conversation .

1,\: Do you think you could come by on Tuesday 10 give me a hand pfeparing a presentation? We need 10 have Ihe slides and Ihe financ!al reports ready by next week lor Ihe partnership meeling.

w· Unfortunately, I have meetings all day on Tuesday. Then "m away on business and retum on Thursday. Would Friday work for you? That should be okay. But we'll have to work all weekend on it to Iry and gel it finished by Monday,

w I'll have my secrelary, JUI , send you an e-maif 10 confi nn a time for Friday.

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56-58 refer to the following conversation. P.\: I'm sorry I'm a little late. I had to take the subway

this morning, since my wife needed to use our car. II look me thirty minutes longer by subway. I'm glad you flnany made It. The chents should be arriving in 5 minutes and we'll slart the meeting right away. Should we meet in the conference room, or the boardroom al Ihe end of the hall?

1.1' Why don'l we make it in the boardroom? I' ll Just get my fites off my desk and meel you there. Okay, I will direct the clients to the room as soon as they get here.

59-61 refer to the following conversation. ,.. Ms. Thompson. there should be a documenl

arriving for me this morning from Tokyo. As soon as it arnves, please call me at my desk. I need to go over the Asian sales figures immediately,

w A document containing sales figures just arrived from Sao Paulo. I haven't seen one from TOkyo yet.

M· I'll take a look at it. Hmm ... Il1is one should have been delivered to finance. It looks like the Sao Paulo branch has the wrong contact information. Please forward this to finance and ensure thai the problem is fixed .

w; Sure, Mr. Fenton. When the other document arrives, should I interrupt your conference caU?


M. Mr. Towers asked us aU to attend the computer software Ifaining workshop in the auditorium this Friday.

w Oh really? Would he like everyone from accounting to be present? You know we have to prepare our accounts for the audit.

/.I' Yes, every division. wilh the exception of marketing, must attend. They're working on Ihe new advertising campaigns 10 be launched at Ihe end of the month.

W: Why don't we all go to lunch together alter the workshop? There's a great new spicy noodle restaurant that just opened up downtown.

65-67 refer to the foll owing conversa tion. W: Good morning. Mr. Parson. Our flies have shown

that you have been a client of Rogers Mobility for quite a while. I'm calling to offer you a huge discount should you wish to transfer your services 10 BTB.

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M: I'm not sure. I've been happy with Rogers so tar. w: If you do wish to switch prOViders. we will ensure

that your monthly invoice will be alleast 15% lower than it is now.

M, That sounds great, but I' ll reatly have to confer with my secretary before I decide 10 change or not.

68-70 refer to the following conversation . Y.'; The auditors are supposed to arrive tomorrow

morning 10 begin their review of our operations. Remember that we should spend all day organizing files so thaI the auditors can !lnish faster.

M' I know, but I have an important meeting this morning. Can you start on your own? I can join you around 2 p.m. to help you finish.

w' There's a lot of work to be done before the auditors arrive, Can you finish by noon? Olher.'Vlse I think we'll have to stay lale tonight.

M These meetings usually run long, but I' ll do my best to finish as quickly as possible.

71-73 refer to Ihe following announcement. Good evening, everyone. Unfortunately. tonIght's performance witt be postponed due to an injury to one of our lead dancers. We are waiting for the understudy to arrive, and expect that we will begin al half past seven. In the meantime, we would like to offer you complimentary refreshments in the auditorium lounge. Please understand that we are unable to refund any tickets. However. should you wish to exchange your rickets lor another night's performance, leel free to speak to one of the attendants at the box office.

74-76 refer to the following telephone message. Good afternoon, Mr. Parnell. This is May calling from One Globe Travel. I'm calling 10 update you on your travel itinerary. I've just reserved seats for you and your colleague leaving for Barcelona on September 10th. By uSing a portion 01 both your ai r miles we were able to reduce the price by $229 each way. You are currently booked in first class. as you had requested. A complimentary hotel taxi will pick you up when you arrive and drop you off when you depart. As a reminder, once you have made a final confirmation, I am unable to provide a refund or an exchange. Should you have any questions regarding this information,

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n-79 refer to the followin g lecture. Good afternoon, and thank you for participating in loday's instructIonal workshop. Wou ld you all please share Ihe instruclional workbOOKS because we don', have enough copies lor everyone? Now, everyone has sIgned up today to learn about the new spreadsheet software we have installed. WIth thIS software you dan', have to input the same data lime after time. like you did with the old softwa re. The [nstruchon book wi ll explain all of the operating procedures for you. Let's take a look at page 54. and then practice a common data entry situation. Aller our trainIng session today I assure you thai you will be able to complete this sort of task much more quickly than Hllhe past .

80-82 refer to the following radio broadcast. Good morning. I'm Richard Slakes and you're listening 10 Morning Madness, home of the best rock music in Queens. ThiS morning, we are bringing you something ditferentlrom our regular new release rock lineup. With us in Ihe studio is Myra Jones, world-renowned eleclric guitarist, Ms. Jones is In town as part of Iler U.S. Tour, performing at Shoetess Jacks tonight , and returning at Ihe end of lhe month for the New York Rock Festival. On our show this morning, Myra Jones will playa couple of songs from her new album, and then talk 10 us about her long career in the music business. Ii you'd like to get your questions in to Ms. Myra Jones, send us an e-mail [email protected].

83-85 refer to the following voice m ai l message. Good afternoon, Mr. Bill Buchanan. This is Jesse Miller from Clive Engineering and today IS Tuesday June 9th. I'm returning your call with regard to the constructIOn project that your company has collaborated on. My team and I will be at the Kent Street Site Friday morning and we were hoping you could be there as welL We haven't heard from lhe city inspecto rs on whether our plan to add a rooitop terrace has been approved, so we may have to wait to make a few more related deCisions. We will have to go over a time line on Friday, however, to ensure Ihat we finish lhe project by our deadline.

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86-8S refer to the following short talk. 1 would like to thank you all for your continued suppor! and for nominating me as the recipient of this year's award. This award. Sates ASSOCiate of the Year, cannot compare to the pride I feel lor Klein Grocers as a company. When I first began worklOg for Klein Grocers, nearly fifteen years ago we were a small store located in a residential district I never thought thai In such a short time we would grow to become a franchise oullet across the province. The efiorls of the forty franchise owners and nearly two hundred employees have helped make Klein Grocers what it is today. I look forward to the many more years we will work together as a team.

89·91 refer to the follow ing instructions. I'd like 10 welcome you all to Ihe customer service support center. Since this is the first shift lor most of you , I'd l ike to go over a few procedures. Upon arrival. please sign in with the computer allhe front desk using your employee ID number. When you arrive at your stauon you may begin answering calls. All new employees will have a training period of three weeks, where your partner will help you with any concerns you may have. Should you have any questions. refer to the Frequently Asked QuestIons seCllon of your Iraining manual.

92-94 refer to the following talk. Good morning, and welcome to the Castle Roma Museum. My name is KevlO and I will be showing you around Ihe premises today. On site , we have more than one hundred antiques, and more Ihan fi fty original works 0 1 a ll . The museum has been recently used by anthropology students from Columbia University to betler ulldersland the culture and history of the area. The museum is beneficial for Ihe entire community, as all proceeds are donated to the Community Wellness Fund. Aher a 101lr 01 the property we will be passing by the gifl shop, where purchases and donations can be made.

95-97 refer to the following news report . Applelon Furnilure Manu facluring has decided 10 I)Ulld its new production facility 10 Houston, Texas. The company has been looking for a larger site for Ihe past year and has sellled on the Texas location due 10 the favorable tax laws. The slate governments decreased taxes last year, the pnce of commercial real estate has

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dropped, and businesses are being encouraged to move to Houston. Appleton leels thai favorable taxes are necessary to ensure tllal lhe company continues to grow and that investors are confident in the company's future potential. The company's CEO. Sam Becket. recently declared that he hopes that Appleton will be able to remain in Houston for the next ten years.

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1. (Al The man IS rowing a small boal. (B) The man IS fishing In the boat (C) The man is swimmmg In the water. (0) The man IS walkmg away from the boal.

2. (A) The walls In tile room are bare. (8) Lamps are hangJng from the ceiling. (C) Seal cushions have been positIoned on the

cha lfs . (D) The bed IS between the tamps.

3. (A) Tile woman is looking through a telescope. (B) The woman IS tying her hair back \'IJth a scarf. (C) The woman is stanng at something tn the pOl. (O) The woman is poSItioning the microphone

4. (A) He is cutting some frUiL (8) He IS rolling up his steeves. (C) He is holding a plate. (0) He is Il1rowing somelhlng away.

5. (A) They are writing leiters. (8) The woman IS holding a phone. (e) Both people have sung lasses. (D) The man IS talkIng on the telephone.

6, (A) The audience IS applauding the performance (B) One man is looking at hiS relJecllOn. (e) The men are standing on a stone. (0) The people are enjoying a game outdoors.

7. (1\) They are laking a nap on the bench. (8) Benches are pOSitioned under tile bUlldJng. (C) They are resting on the bench. (0) The woman IS st retching oul on the bench,

8. (A) The men are repairing thOlr boats. (6) The boats are being loa(ied with goods. (C) The boats are sinking. (D) The men are standing 10 Iheir boals.

9. Alilhe computers are turned oH. (8) The computers are stacked on top of each other. (C) Several people are working on the computers '0) An engineer IS working on a computer.

10. (A) There IS a lone walker on a country road (B) The land near the farm IS fenced. (C, The hay IS pi led neat ly on the ground.

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11. Does anyone have an ext ra calculator? (A) She calculated 11 yesterday. (S) No. it should be here all !tOle (C) You can borrow mine.

12. Why dan', we inspectlhis result next? (AJ Yes. I received the etection resull yesterday. (B) I'd be glad 10. (C) The Inspection Isn' t so dlflicull.

13. Why is the post office closed? (AJ It's a national holiday. (B) I dldn'l buy these slamps. (C) Next 10 the post ol flce

14. What's the problem with the new printer? (A) I like to play with my children, (8) Irs a long way from here. (C) 1\ doesn 't print very well

15. Where's Ihe extension cord to connect the computer in the living room I bought last week? (A) We used It atl up. (8) It's about thlr1y· live dollars a roll te) Check the power swifch flrsl.

16, Would you like to come to my dinner party tonight? (A) Help yourself (8) It's beIng prepared lor you now. sir. (C) Sorry. I atready have plans,

17. Has your truck been fixed. or is it still being worked on? (AI Please use the Iruck. (8) 11 was repaIred loday. Ie) NOl ver; .

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18. Hasn't the copier 1 ordered arrived? (A) Yes, he did. (8) No, nOI yet (C) All righ t I'll cia Illat.

19. When is the company awards ceremony in New York (A) To welcome a new dIrector (B) AI the headquarters In New York (Cl In the middle of the month.

20. Who was that ca ll for? (A) I don', know why she is calling. (B) Oh. II was for Anna Lopez. (e) No. by lax.

21. Mr. Rion is responsible for arranging Ihe farewell par1y. isn't he? (A) No, he dIdn 't leU me thaI. (8 ) Yes. he's in charge at It. (C) A table fOl fou r, please,

22. Did you visit Ihe new office building? (A I Yes, .t looks very nice. (81 No, I dIdn' t know (C) Because It'S very small

23. Isn' t this your new computer? tA) All of them were compu tenzed, (B) No, he didn't like this. (e) Yes. Ihal's il.

24. How long have you been managing Ihe personnel department? (A) For nearly two years, (8) He is the personnel manager (e) 1\ usually lakes three days.

25. How would you feel about going to the beach this weekend? (A) I'd love 10. (8) No. I didn't feel well . (C) Yes, here you are,

26, Is this year's awards ceremony going to be in Osaka or Tokyo? (A) No, I didn't attend the ceremony, (8 ) Yes. it starts at 9. (C) Thai hasn't been deCided yet.

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27. How did you send the package to the new client? (A) She didn', pack the shipment. (8) By express mail. (C) The assistant confirmed a reserva lion.

28. Won't she be here for the sales meeting? (A) No, she has a scheduling conflict. (8) Sales were excellent. (el Yes, It'S on the desk.

29. When does the next flight to Tokyo leave? (A) I'm going to do it in the morning tomorrow. (8) Ilell il al home . (C) Irs been postponed.

30. Don't you think that we should attend the manufacturing conference? (A) No, I worked at a manufactuflng plant. (8) Yes. I think it's worth gOing there . (C) In the conference rOOrll

31. Who is making a design presentation? (A) Attendance figures were inaccurate. (8) Mr. Benson said Ihat he would. (C) You must use an overhead projector.

32. This is your first company dinner party, isn't it? (Al WelL I don't know why. (8) Yes, al the reception pany last year. (C) No. I attended lasl month's.

33. Why was the product strategy meeting postponed? (A) Yes, In Ihe mailbox. (8) The president was out of the ollice. (e) Please post the nottce.

34, How many of these reports have been reviewed so lar? (A) About hall of them. (8) Yes. we got a good review. (C) II is quite far Irom here .

35. What's the charge for pressing a shirt? (A) Four dollars per shIrt. (B) Just press Ihe bullon. (C) Tilere's one next 10 Ihe bank.

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36. Where can I find the bus stop? (A) The bus doesn 't come very often. (8) Just across the street. (e) Sorry, I wasn't able to.

37, Did you p roofread the report I sent ou l this afternoon? (A) Just fill oul and send the form. (8) No, my report is the bound copy over Ihere. (e) Yes, [ corrected several errors .

38. Would you prefer to meet in the lobby or by the gift shop? (A) [ prefer a window seat. (8) Either is fine. (C) What a nice gift.

39. She was supposed to complete the market resea rch by last Friday, wasn't she? (A) No. it's not due unll l next week. (8) I reviewed the report. (e) Yes. I saw the memo.

40. I think the parking lot is near the service center. (A) Yes. ir s across the street from the serV1ce

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w· Pardon me. do you know where I can find tomato soup?

M: I'm pretty sure iI's in either aisle 8 or 9. w. I've been looking up and down those aisles, but I

can't seem to find it. M; That'll be at the end of aisle 4, next to the flower

cen ter. Follow me. ['II show you.

44-46 refer to t he fo llowing conversation.

M: Ms. Martin, I really think that the photos from the weekend rugby match should be included in Ihis weekend's sports section.

W: OUT readers prefer golf and football, so I usually include those sports instead.

M: I understand, but we need to differentiale ourselves from Olher papers. Why don't we try

offering something dilferent? I don't think many at our readers are rugby fans. but t'l/talk .t over w.th Josh and consider il.

4749 refer to the following conversation.

\'; Hi , t was wondering if the hotel has any part-time positions for the fall season.

M: Yes. we do. We're looking to hire housekeepers. servers for the lounge. and front desk attendants.

w I have a 101 of experience workmg as a server in restaurants. Would It be okay if I met wi th you this afternoon to discuss the poslhons further and to fill out an application form?

M No problem. I'll schedule an interview with you this afternoon. Be Sllre to bring along your curriculum vitae and any trainIng certi l icaies you may have.


HI, Sue. I noticed Ihal you'lI be away next week. Are you gOing away on business? Yes, I'm heading to New York on Monday. I'm really tookmg forward to seeing the sights of Manhatlan. I hear there are some great restaurants. too.

I.l There are. I was there last month. I suggest you walk arollnd Central Park. too. There are so many thlOgs to do.

w· Thai sounds great. I'll be in Manhattan on Wednesday. I may see jf t can join a city tour.

53·55 refer to the following conversa tion. IA The carpet IS nearly Installed. You should be able

to replace the furniture by Friday, \Y: I'm hosting a dinnel party this week. Is it possible

10 linish by Thursday? To be honest, most of the work should be finished by Thursday, but we need to remove our lools and equipmen1. However. il iI's important for you to use the room on Thursday, we will do our best to have everything cleaned up,

w· I really appreciate that! My husband and I can help with the cleanup.

56-58 refsr to the following conversation.

II. Has the new copier arnved yet? I need 10 slart printing our new brochures lor the marketing campaign we're gOing to launch on Monday.

w. Didn't you hear? Accounting has decided thai it won't fit Into our budget this year, and they cancelled the order.

M Oh, no, They cancelled the order last year as well . and now we'll have to wail another year? We shoutd really call a meeting with the department supervisor.

'ii' I agree. Our division should gel priority when .t comes to oUice supplies. I'll corne along when you meet wilh the director


Hello, Ihis IS Ted Jenkins I spoke to someone about lull-lime employment with Primeriea a couple of weeks ago. I was Vlondering .f you've made any decisions with regard to hiring.

W: Well. Mr. Jenkins, I wanted 10 contact you because we were hoping to have you in for another interview, Are you free anytime next week? We'd like to see you on Monday or Wednesday.

'.1' Tuesday would be better for me. Would 10:00 work for you?

\\' That 's lust line Please meet us on the flflh floor in the conference room. You can speak to Ms, Morgan at the recephon desk should you have trouble fmding I\.

62-64 refer to the following conversation,

I've really wanted to see Ihat movie for some lime now, but I saw a nJ show lasl night thai said it was aWfuL

ft: That's strange. My fnend said that it was one 01 the besl films of the year. II's playing al the cinema downtown. Would you like to go?

\'1; That sounds great. I'd like to check it out for myself. There have been so many reviews. both comments , good and bad. I've got a few up on my desk. I could make you a copy if you'd like

P.1 Thanks. My sister IS really interested in that film.


w Good affernoon. Thank you for calling Dwight & Jones FlOanClal. How may I help you?

M Oh. hello. This is Kenneth from Xerox Canada. ,'m calling about the copy machine you had purchased lor your off.ce. I would like to deliver illomorrow afternoon, if that works for you.

w· YOll know, I have to copy a number of documents tomorrow morning. Are you able to come II1ls afternoon?

t" Yes, I have another delivery in your area. Why don't I call you aboul thirty minutes before I gel there?

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68-70 refer to the following conversation. '" Your lolal comes to $23.00. Would you like to have

this book gift -wrapped? w 011. no. Irs actually for myself. I'U just take illike

that because I'd like to read it al a cafe. Do you accept credit cards? Only for purchases over 525 can you pay by credit catd.

VI I'll Just pay by cash, then.

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71-73 refer to the fo llowing s peech. Before I get started Ihis afternoon, I'd like to briefly teU you a IItlle about myself. My name is James Norman and I have been laking pictures as a profession and as a hobby for nearly lilleen years. I'm thrilled to be here this afternoon to share my work with you. Now. let's get started talking about dillerent techniques. A good piece of equipment. lighting, and good film all play an essential part in creating beau tiful photos. We'll go through Ihe various apertures and shutter speed techmques Ihat will give your picture character. After Ihal. I'U pass around a handbook uSing my lavorits shops and websites that WII! help you gel slaned.

74·76 refer to the following introduction. Welcome to Montreal. Tonight we'll be listenmg to Ihe words of Penelope Andreas. whose latest collection 01 poetry has risen to the bestseller's list. The book. entitled is was recently recognized by the Magnolia Lalina Association With its top prize. Her poems are written based on hel life as a famous musiCIan and socialite. Ms. Andreas was born in Buenos Aires , bUI immigrated to London as a young adult. Those of you who have seen her in the past may have heard her speak 01 the difficu lHes she laced dealing wHI1 a new culture. Tonight. we will lake requests tram the audience and accept questions for Ms. Andreas as well.

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80-82 refer to the following talk . As reporters. you are responsible for informing the public of every news story, here and abroad. I've been working as a televiSion reporter for two decades and would like to lell you thai working from another country can be both challenging and rewarding. But when you've been sent on assignment to a new and distant country, it can be a lillie diHicult. I recommend that you stan by trying to make contacts with the local people before you leave. This can help to reduce sometimes the awkward situations that arise due 10 cultu ral differences. And these ini tial contacts can help you with background information on your story. Just a little tip that will help you when Ylorking abroad.

83-85 refer to the following telephone message. Hi. Katherine. It's Lynn from the Corporate Training department. It's 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday and I wanted 10 let you know that we have decided to change the dale of Ihe nexllraining seminar 10 Iry and accommOdate more staff. Instead of Friday, we'll be meeting in the boardroom on Monday at 2:30, the same lime as prevIous semInars. And just to be sure, don't forget 10 bring the manual "Motivating Yourself and Others" by Frederik Dyson when you come. It you are unable to attend, please contact Uly so that she will !lave an idea of how many employees will be there. Thank you for understanding and I apologIze for lile inconvenience.

86-88 refer to the f'ollowing excerpt from a talk, , would like to welcome each of you to the job faIr here at the Sunset Haven Nursing Home. The Sunset Haven Nursing Home has been a vilal part of communily life lor the past 30 years and we are currenlly offering a variety of positions lor volunteers within the nursing facilities. You may not come into close contact With the pallents within your first work term, but if you return for a second term you will have

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more opportunities to take care of the patients, Before we start a tour of the facilities , I would like to collect your resumes to beUer understand where you will l it within Ihe organization,

89-91 refer to the following business report. On Wan Street this afternoon, New York's Softwalch Industries revealed ilS new versIon of spreadsheet software. Company Chairman Leon Walters mel wilh reporters today outside of the company's headquarters to discuss the release of the new software. Softwatch's latest version of Ihe spreadsheet wasn't expected to be released until early next year. Mr, Walters explained today that the decision to release the software early was part 01 a revised marketing strategy by the firm. They will begin the marketing campaign lor this new software later this month.

92-94 refer to the following news report. This morning Rex Industria l Supplies announced Ihal they will be moving their production facilities into Mexico, Rex Industrial Supplies has been the largest supplier 01 construction equipment in the southeastern United States for the past ten years and plans to begin producing various items in Mexico, Along with this decision. Rex Industrial plans to close their factory in Fresno, while maintaining Ihe main plant facilities in the greater Los Angeles area. Furthermore, they will be cUlling nearly 100 futl·time factory positions and another 50 part-time jobs. Financial experts believe that the move will not have an effect on the company's stock prices,

95-97 refer to the following instruction. I have called you all here this morning to tell you about the new parking arrangements our office building has made. Many of you who drive to work have spoken to me about the lack of reserved parking spaces in the underground garage. Therefore , while we may have to pay slightly more for parking each month , from now on the company will set aside reserved parking spaces for you. This will make it more convenient for you to park your car. I have asked Samantha Callaway in HR to send out an e-mail today describing lhe Changes. Kindly review this message as soon as you receive it. If you are sltH unclear as to how the new parking system will work , please visit Samantha in HR.

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98-100 refer to the following announcement. Good afternoon. I have been a member of the community here in Bracebndge for many years, and I would like 10 welcome you all here today. On our walking tour thiS afternoon, we will be visiting all or the beauiHlJl sites thaI the city has to offer, like Ihe historic Burnaby Castle, Juniper Bridge, and Macintosh Botanical Gardens. We will begin at and return to the Kline Street Cate. The entire lour should take approximately 3 hours. At the botanical gardens, a professional horticulturist will speak to us about the various kinds of unique plant and !lower species grown there. If you 'd like, complimentary coffee is offered just inside. Now, let's meet back here in 10 mInutes.

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1. (A) He is sweeping the area. fB\ He is pulling a shirt on. (e) He IS plar1ting some flowers . (0) He IS kneeling down on the ground.

2. fA) The contents ollha con ta iners afe being poured . (8) A researcher IS checking a sample. fe) The test tubes afe being tabelecL (0) Vanous types of bottles are arranged.

3. (A) Some passengers are gelling on the buses. (8) The buses are parked next to each oUler. Ie) Vehicles are 'Nailing al the crOSSing. (0) The buses are passu1g through the

countryside.

4. (A) The birds are landing on the ground (8) A bird IS on the woman's head. (C) The woman 15 feeding the birds. (0) A lIock of blrds;s flying over the water.

5, (A) Each car is lhe same model (B) Cars are parked outdoors (e) The road is jammed with trafhc. (D) Some of the cars are being shipped.

6. (Al There IS a lamppost next to the road (8 ) People are Jogging along the road . (C, Trees are being planted near the house. (0) The road is under construction.

7. (AI They are taking photographs. (8) The fountain is in operation. (el People are sitting on the foun tain ledge. (0) Tmvelers are carrying their luggage.

8. (AI The man is hold ing a publ ic phone. (B) The man is inserting some coins. (el The man is repairing tl1e phone booth. {OJ The man is using an ATM.

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9. (A) The people are walking through the lorest. (B) The people are fish ing from the riverbank. (el The people are laking a walk. (0) Tile people are looking al each other.

10. (AI The man IS conducting an expenment (8) The man IS examinIng the report. (Cl The man is working in Ihe library. (0) The man is treatIng a patient.

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(A) I suppose so. (B) Tomorrow is good lor me. (C) On the desk.

12. Who was the guest speaker althe banquet? (AI I had a good tIme, 100. (8) It was Dr. Adams. (C) In hall an hour.

13. Why didn't you stop by the slore? (A) I was very busy. (8) Last week. (C) No, I dldn' l buy II.

14. When is the report due? (A) Professor Abraham (S) Monday. (C) The reporter is coming tomorrow.

15. Who is the woman in the pink shirt next to Mr. Yoshida? (A) I didn't receive the shirt I ordered. (8) Pink would be nice . (C) That"s his new accountant.

16. I wonder if Alan sent the sample yet. (A) Irs a Simple method. (8) He'lI do it tomorrow morning. (C) In the box.

17. You're going to the foolball game on Friday, aren'l you? (A) No. I went there. (S) I hope so. (C) II was ven; enjoyable.

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18. Can you give me a ride home? (A) Turn leU f8) At this bus stop. Ie) Sure, Just leI me gel my car key

19. When does the delivery man usually gel here? (A) By truck r think (8) No, there are some delays. (C) Belween 10 a.m and 2 p.m.

20. Where can I connect my laptop to the Internet? (A) Over there in the meeting room. fB) Yes. we did, (C) II's about 20 dollars.

21 . Oon'( you need to visit their headquarters? (A) Yes. irs a main office. (8) II 's on the first floor, (C) No, I wen l lhlS afternoon.

22. How rang have we used that copier? (A) II's about 15 I<ilometers . (8) I'll be there lor two vieel<s. (C) Oh, aboul th ree years.

23. Did you enjoy your stay in Tokyo? (A) Yes. it'll be held In Tokyo, (B) I want to have a chance 10 join your team, (C) I was 100 busy to go to many places.

24, Wou ld you like to join us for a tennis game this Thursday? (A ) Let me check my calender. iB) Yes, we got 10gell1er. (C) Basketball and tennIS,

25. Do you think Ms. Brown's presentation was boring? (Al No, il was qUIte inlonnafive, (8) I need to present It io the manager. (C) It's far from here.

26. When do you think you'lI finish the report? (A) Yes, I have al ready received their repor! . (8) II has a happy ending. (e) After the resulls are analyzed.

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27. Do you prefer the white or black model? (A) Either one is fine with me. (8) I had no choice. (e) Yes, It'S a wOl1hwhlle deCision

28, We need to get new computers and a copier in our office, (A) No, it's broken, (B) It's in front 01 the office. (C) Yes. out VIe can't alford to cia I\.

29. How are you getting to the airport tomorrow nigh t? (A) I'm fine for now. (8) I'm planning to dnve my car, (C) She'll teave at five thirty.

30. Don't you need to reacl Ihe manual belare you try to install the new software? (A) I'It try again tomorrow. (6) Yes, bll l I'll be a little lale, (C) 1 already know the method,

31. What time are you meeting with the new client? (A) t will leave lor I1ls offIce nght alter lunch. (6) Yes, she's one of our special clien ts. (C) The meetIng started on time.

32. Mr, McAdoo is the landlord of this office, isn't he? tAl No, he bought II yesterday. (B) Yes, Ilhlnk he IS. (C) He's In his oflice

33. Why do you think they closed the main entrance this morning? (A) Yes. they are very kind. (B) They were repalnng i\' (C) It's so close 10 here.

34. Can you send me your resume by Wednesday? (A) No, by e-mM (6) I received il myself (C) Certainly, I'd be glad to .

35. Is it still possible to register for the marketing seminar in the lobby? (A) No. iI's my new hobby, (B) Yes, and it won'ltal<e 100 long, te) Nexlto Ihe cash regIster.

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.Ko. hat do you think about the marketing strategy for the new plOducl? IA) I expect It'll be effective. ,Bl He attended the strategy meetmg. lel Monday at noon. I think.

37, The workshop for sales managers is ready to start isn't it? (AI No. irs already been completed. (B) Yes. t th ink It IS. (C) 1"11 be right there.

38. Would you like a table near Ihe window? (A) To meel with cllenls. '8) Sure, she's very kind. (e) Yes, we'd like lila I

39. 00 you want to talk about the new office desigl now or tomorrO\'" morning? (A) Yes. I arnved yesterday. (6) Let's take care 0111 now. (e) II takes two days.

.0. Would you recharge the battery for my portable storage device. please?

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41-43 refer to the following conversation. M: Have you seen Ihe number j 0 city bus? w Not yet, but they do come by every twenly minutes.

I expect you'll see one In a few minutes. M Great. I overslept and was worried that I already

missed it. w. You're lucKy. The buses run slower in wet weather.

44-46 refer to the fo llowing conversation. w: Would you please make me a copy of the new

Japanese account? M II isn't in the file cabinet under "New Clients" where

I had left it. Do you know where it may be? W: I brougl"tt II wilh me 10 the conference room for my

meeting with the director. Susan. Ihis morning, She may have laken it to her desk.

M: Okay, t'll ask her about it at the management meeting later today.

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47·49 refer to the following conversation. Good afternoon, Mr. Jones. ThiS is Kendra Wilson from Cogeco Cable Servtce calling to confirm the installation of your cable service for Friday a1lemoon.

I. Yes, that 's right. Friday at 2 p.m. Will it be necessary for you to do any of n,e In the house?

N Actually , we'll have to access lhe main cable indoors. We'll need someone to lei us in.

M Well , could I change the appointment time to 10 a m. then? My wife and I will both be out to the atlernoon.

50-52 refe r to the following conversation, Do you know whallime the conference is scheduled to begin?

11 The first speaker will start at 9:00, but I may be a IitUe lale. I have to take my car to the mechanic, so my wife will drive me afler dropping the kIds off at school.

\" I'm catching the 8:00 traIn, so I think I'll be on time. Why don't I take noles so thai you don·t miss anything important?

M Thanks. That's great. Why don't we try thai new restaurant on our Illrlch break?

53-55 refer to the following conversation, w· I'd like to register lor Ihe guesl speakers lecture on

Friday October 20lh in Ihe main conference room. I. Unfortunately. all of the tickets are sold oul for that

program. However, we stili have seals available for the Sall1rday talk. located In the auditorium.

w; ' was really hoping to learn more about money management. 00 any of Ihe weekend talks relate to finanCial planning? The Saturday afternoon talk is focused on investments with major financial institutions. You may find il beneficial,

56-58 refer to the following conversation, \\!: Is there a fligh t that will arrive in New York by 9

a,m. Friday? I have a meeting at 10 a.m. 1; Yes, there are two available flights. One leaves at

6 a.m. and connects through Chicago. The other IS a direct flight from Los Angeles and departs at 6.30.

W· Well , I'd prefer a directllight. but is there a big difference In price?

", The tater flight is about 20% higher in cost, but jf you purchase it today you can get a ticket at a cheaper price.

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59-61 refer to the following conversation. '."f Hello. Mr. Marshall. This Is Sandy Hildebrand

caUinglrom Unigtobe Travel Company. I'm calling to remind you that today IS the last day we are accepting bookings for the Italy tour package, and atsO thai you are still eligible lor the group discount Oh. greal Unfortunately I have meetings beginning at 1 o'clock. Can we discuss this a HUle tater? What time would be best for you?

VI; 1"11 be in Ihe oHice until 6 today. BUI remember. the final bookings musl be made today.

M Of course. I am very interested and I'll comac! you at around 5.

62-64 refer to the following conversat io n. 'J Has Ihe most recent order of hard drives been

assembled yet? ., Some 01 the components haven't arrived from our

other plan!. There's been a delay tn the shipment I'll have to call over and see what's keeping Ihem. We have a large number of orders that we have to get out this week.

',I I know. We don't want one order to back up the whote system.

65-67 refer to the fo llowing conversation. '-1 If you give me your ticket stUb, I can show you to

your seat. \'!; Well , t don't have one. Actually, I reserved my

ticket over the phone. Do you know where I can pIck it up?

M: The box office IS located on the main floor. just outside the entrance. YOU'll see three ticket bOOtilS there: booth B is for lickel pick-ups.

w· Great. Thanks for your help.

68-70 refer to t he fo llowing conversation. ',VI Hey, Kate. I was thinkmg that June Smith. the

company's strategic adVisor, would be able to assist us with the negoliations of the new proposal.

m That sounds great. Wanda. Unfortunately, she's away on maternity leave for the rest of the year,

WI That's too bad. She really is an expert in this field . W2 We coutd look at aSking her replacement. Jordan, I

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71-73 refer to the following talk. The day after tomorrow we will start our ne ... ' dala search training program, which some of you may be familiar with from past expenence. I have chosen this particular data search program based on your suggestions about what sort of program the company needed. You·ve all been given an agenda , which assigns you to a certain study group and Includes a course manual. I am asking all employees to keep a record of Ihe number of hours they spend training on this program, Everyone should tog at least , 0 hours of training.

74-76 refer to the following advertisement. Both exercise and dlel are now a major part of our everyday lives. The Importance 01 maintaining good health has been emphasized by health and fitness prachtJoners alike. We are here to offer you a fresh starl. Our pmgram, Core Fitness, combines nutri!ion and diet with regular exercise. Not everyone is alike. so unlike other weight loss programs. our trainer Will provide you With a nulrilJon and exercise plan tailored specifically for you. We will work together in order for you to obtain your desired results in weight toss by providing you with the tools you need. We are committed to providing you with fast results: it's our 30-day guarantee,

77-79 refer to the fo llowing talk. The company is selling up a new e·mail system, so beginnlOg thIS Thursday there will be no e-mail service for 24 hours. Instead you'll have to rely on phone messages and faxes to communicate with your clients. This means that you'll have to inform your clients immediately about this change so that if they need 10

get in contact with you they will be able to. We'll have the informalion technology team up here Wednesday night to beg," installing the software and e-mail shoutd be restored by Friday morning, You'lI receive a memo later today thai Will explain all of this 111 more delail.

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80-82 refer to the following voice mail message. Hi. Bill. ThiS Is Peter from tl1e manufacturing facili ty. I know Ihal you were at Ihe planllhis morning, and I don', mean to be an Inconvenience. however 1 \</as hopmg Ihal you could come back 10 Ihe plant as soon as you get a chance. There seems fo be a problem with the main assembly line. The conveyer system isn't working properly , and I was hoping you could come by and take a look al it. Unfortunately. we can't continue wi th production until this situa tion IS reclified. As you know, we have a number 01larg8 orders we were hoping to complete bel are the weekend, Again. Pm really sorry 10 bottler you.

83-85 refer to the following radio broadcast. The Bruce Trall, Highton'S newest conservation area, celebrated its grand opening on Sunday. After nearly 7 years In the making. and 3 million dollars in donalions from local residents. participants \ver8 thrilled with Ihe successful completion ol lhe proJect. The fesllvl\!es S1aned with an inaugural speech made by the city mayor Thousands turned ou l to pay a tribule 10 Ihe newest city addition, walking the tralls that IlOk the take front wllh Highton's downtown core. FollOWing Ihe 5· kilometer trek , people gathered lor a fantastic pertormance by a local band. Blues ExplOSion, and an enormous fireworks display over Ihe escarpment.

86-88 refer to the following in troduction.

Good afternoon. My name IS David Poulin and you're listening to Health Talk. JOinIng us loday IS Or. Jennifer Duncan, lead researcher at the Amenca" Cancer Cenler In Syracuse, New York. 8elore 10lning the research team, Dr. Duncan practiced medicine in the oncology departmenl at Chicago General Hospital for 12 years, and she is an expert In chlldren'S tumor care. ThiS afternoon Or. Duncan will talk 10 us about the future 01 cancer trealment Following her talk she wlll be taking questions via e-mail here al lhe station.

89-91 refer to the following ta lk . To your right you'll notice the Grand Guadalupe Caslte. constructed in 1867 by Ihe famous Spanish architect. Julio Piedras. The structure to the west of Ihe castle is the Robertson Palmer Conven tion Center, constructed in 1945 To the east you wilt notice the famous Centennial Tower, where we will have dinner th is evening. I have made a reserva tion lor our group under

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lhe name Petrova . There are numerous clothing bouliques in thiS fashion Quarter ollhe city. I'll give you a couple of hours now to do some shopping U you would like, but please meet back In front of the Robertson Palmer Convention Center at 4 p.m. If there are any further questions, please see me now.

92-94 refer to the following announcement. To celebrate Ihe company's success in meeling our sales largets Ihls year, all employees will receIVe a special appreciation package. However, employees must drop by the human resources department to pick up their package. The HR depar1ment would appreciale it ir you could pick up your package by this Fnday. If any employees are lInable to pick up therr package. please contact Irene Blayer at 887·9966, extension 5342. I am very pleased with everyone's periormance so tar Ihis year. Keep up rhe good work.

95-97 refer to the fo llowing report. Mayor Rawling was present this afternoon al the grand opemng of Creekside Cellars. a new wine and culinary centre, located outside Ihe town of Jordan. Creekside has been created III order for tourists and members of the communily to expenence winemaktng and cooktng seminars. The mayor Ined hiS hand at winemaklng before join ing local members of the community in the wine lasting ce llar He also sampled traditional Jordan recipes prepared by the nearly twenty Iracned Chefs on slaff Before leaving the premiSes, Mayor Rawling slopped in the gill shop to purchase local crafts in support of the communi ty

98-100 refer to the fo llowing short ta lk . Good afternoon. everybody! I am pleased to announce Ille launching of our new company website. We are intending to have the site tully operationat Within 2 months - that's November. As you are aware, we want everyone's inpul to make Ihis website a success. I hope thai everyone here at Bridgestone Consulhng Will make an effort to contnbute theI r ideas to making thiS a success. Also, I have hired a web·deslgner and a technica l support slaff. Most importan tly, I've hired a prolect manager, Joanne Malcolm.

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1. (A) They are siltrng in a circle. (6) They are reading their notes. (C) They are shaking hands with each other. (0, They are haVing a diSCUSSion.

2. (A) The bus IS leaving the statIOn. (8) The travelers are waving to thelf Iflends. (C) The bus is running al lull speed. (0) Passengers are boarding Il1e bus

3. (A) The man is painting a picture. IS) The man is pointing al a posler. (C) A vanely of paintings IS on display. (D) The palnhngs are hanging 111 a gallery.

4. (A) Curtams are lIapplIlg m Ihe wind. (B) Chairs are placed around a table. (e) The room is full at books (01 There are lamps beside the bed.

5. (AJ The man is havmg hiS hair cuI. (6) The man is brushing back his hair. (C) The woman is examining the patient. ID) The woman IS culling a piece of paper

6. (A) They are pUllmg away their instruments. (8) They are perfonnmg outdoors. (e) Alilhe women are holding liD Hags. (0) They are purchaSing some umforms.

7. (A) Some people are restmg on the grass. (8) The child IS drawing a picture ou tdoors. (e) The child is looking at paintings In a museum. (0) The child IS walchmg an artist at work.

8. (A) Scooters are parked along the side of the road. (8) A motorcyclist is wall1ng at the curb. (e) A truck is parked next to the motorcycles. (D) People are brOWSing at the displays.

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9. IA) Tl1e woman is pushing a bIcycle. (8) The woman is silting al her desk. (el The gardener is trimming the bushes. (0) The bicycle is leaning against the bench

10. (A) The roofs of Ihe bUIldings are Uat. (B) There are some cars between the bUildings. (C) Drivers are wailing for people to cross. (0) lines are being painted on the road.

11. When are you going home today? (A) To buy some sandWiches. (8) After the meehng. Ie) II look three days.

12. Where does the number 24 bus stop? (A) I'd lake a laxi (B) Behind city hall. (C) Yes. I hope so.

13, Excuse me, can I use your cell phone for a while? (A) No. I can't sell it. IS) Yes, bye·mail. I.C) Sorry. I don't have It With me.

14. How much is il to send this package 10 Japan? (AI IllS 100 heavy. CB) Twenty dollars. (Cl She's 011 vacation next week.

15, Why dan', you take the bus? (A) I'd rather walk. (B) Two kilometers. (C) You took very tired.

16. Are you licensed to repair this system? (A) It was Installed this morning (8) Irs one of the palf. (C) No, but t have permiSSion from the boss.

17, Who will be attending the farewell party? (A) No, I don't have time to go (8) All store managers. (C) Very well, thank you.

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18. How long do you think you'll be needing the car? (A) II has air conditioning. (B) He JUSI star1ed reading It last nigh!. (e) For Ihree days.

19. Would you care to join us lor lunch? IA) Sure, If thaI's okay (B) She wants 10 lOin our leam IC) Wllh a Irull salad and soup,

20. Where would you like to store Ihe packages, in the supply room or the warehouse? (Al That's a good Idea, (8\ Ellher would be fine (C) Yes In Ihe packages

21 . When do you plan to move here 10 London? (A) At the main oltice, (8) No, I don't think so. (e) In a month,

22, Did you th ink the new design team worked very well? (A) It's faster than walking rB) Yes, they did a good rob Ie) I work five days a week

23. Should we go to the Italian restau rant after work? (A) No, il stans at noon, (Bl They JUSI printed new menus, (e) ThaI's a great Idea,

24. What did you do for your vacation? (AI Yes, he did. (8) I wenl 10 the country to Visit my parents, (e) They're away on vacation ,

25. You'd prefer a window seat , wouldn', you? (/.\) No, I haven't seen II.

Yes, I would (Cl Open the Window,

26. Who organized the meeting schedule? (A) No. I don'tlhirlk It'S necessary. (8) We're a litlle betlmd sclledule, (e) Mr Rogers did.

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27. Should we have something delivered. or go oul to a restaurant? (A) As soon as 1 arrive. (B) Let's order In from that new Chinese restauran t (C) Yes, I can give you a nde,

28, Didn't you take the Irain to work today? (A) No. I decided to dnve myseU, (B) t' ll take three of them please (e) Yes, Ir s not wOIklng ,

29. Can I give Ms, Miller your e-mail address? (A) Sure. she can contact me about the ptan, (6) Yes. we have her address. (C) No, she senl it abou t a week ago,

30. The weather is wonderful! II looks like winter is rea lly over. (A) You look very Olce, (B) Is it snowing outside? (e) I think you're fight

31 . Do you have Dr. Stewan's phone number? (A) Every Monday. (8) Why, are your knees hurting again? (e) Oon'l worry, It'S my trea!.

32. Are we throwing the retirement party indoors or outdoors? (A) We'U sel up the tables in the banquet hall (8) By the end of Ihe week. (e) Okay, that'll be hne.

33. Why does the di rector dislike the design sample? (A) The colors are 100 bright. (8) Yes, I'll sign up for lhe course. (e) Thanks. I'll try.

34. Does Mr. Brown know that Ihe lawyers will be here on Monday? (A) Sure. I know the way to the courthouse. (8) He's been notifIed (el No, I have never studIed law.

35. Did you meel wi th the new client, or did you reschedule an appointment? (A) Actually . he VIsited us. (8) I'm not dIsappointed, (C) Next 10 the off ice.

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36. Excuse me, do you know where the accounting department is? (A) Sorry , I don'!, (8) I can't agree with you rC) You need 10 do Ihal

37. You printed out the repon for the next board meeting, d idn't you? (A) t took care 0 1 it yesterday (81 You II board In twenty minutes, (Cl Yes. please pnnt II oul.

38, How many employees visited the new manufacturing facility? (A Yes. I'll VISit him again next week, ( ) 1 can 't say lor sure ICI Tha t's my fault.

39. Can we take a break now? (A) Oh, are you tired? (B) Yes, t'lIlake It. (C) For Ihe reSI of the audience.

40. You won't fo rget to order tickets, wilt you? IA) No, he won't. (B) I have already bought them (C) Usually by pnnter

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41-43 refer to the fo llowing conversation .

M Pedro Wilt be coming by around 4:00 after the conference ends.

".. Great. And where witl we be gOIng after that? 1,\ He'll drop us olf at the hotel by 5:00. Then we'll meet

his CEO for dinner and drinks in the lobby at 6:00. w. Sounds good. That should be enough l ime lo r me

to prepare the documents,

44-46 refe r to the following c onversation,

Yf Will Ms. Jones allow Mr. Fernando to attend the conference In Zurich?

I, Well , Mr. Fernando's manager will have to give him permIssion. Ms. Jones is Just the project coordinator.

w The conference organIzer has requested his participation , They want hIm 10 speak at the conference.

u· I'll be sure to pass thai information along to Mr. Fernando's manager,

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47-49 reter to the follow ing conversation.

',4 Ms. Wang, I haven', receIved your expense receIpts lor yOllr accommOdation and meals lrom your business trip 10 Tokyo,

\'! Ron, I'm pretty sure thaI I gave them to Kelly in accounting along wilh the additional flight expenses.

n Well, I'll have 10 ask her to forward them to me as soon as possible. TIle quanerly reports must he completed by Fnday

'.'/: I'll see Kelly laler today al the uaining seminar Why don' l I get a copy of the Invoices? I'll stop by your desk around 5.

50-52 refer to the fo llowing conversation. 14 Herta, I'm calling frorn Johnson Auto 10 reschedule

your appointment to have your car serviced on Monday.

w Oh, I was really hoping to get my car fixed 35 soon as possible. Is there a problem?

M' Yes, we had hoped 10 gel the required parts Hl on Saturday, however it looks like they wan" arnve until Tuesday

w Well. I'm out of town on buSiness untIl Wednesday, Why don', we make il for Thursday afternoon?

53-55 refer to the fo llow ing conversation.

,'" I know t promIsed 10 give you a ride 10 Ihe airport toelay, bUI I'm not sure what time we should leave

1/1' My Hlghl was originally SCheduled to leave al 7 p,m. But it's been delayed because of bad weather, The departure time IS now scheduled lor 8:30 p.m.

\\,' Thai works belter for me anyway, We should leave a couple of hours before, so that you have enough time to check in.

1,\ That sounds great. By (he way, where are we gOing to meet? Wha l aboul In my hotel lobby 31 6:30?

56-58 refer to the fo llowing conversation,

.'.\ Are we sllll experienCIng difficulties with the ordenng software?

,.,' Yes. When inputting the customer's relevant Information, an error message continually appears.

..,. We'll have 10 vmte everything manually uOlil we CCln have it repa ired. Have you contaCled the computer programmers we usually work with? I was hoping they could come by later today.

w. I have, but iI doesn't seem like we'll be able to gel an appointment unll l next week II looks like we'll have another difficult weekend.

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59-61 refer to the following conversation. This piece of work created by Klive Anderson is beaullful . Ilhmk it's greal as well. Irs the only lIme he's used watercolors , isn't II? Yes. He usually works wiln oil palOts, but I think he wanted 10 try something different. Well , It reaJly paid off Shall we move on to see the rest of Ihe exhibit?

62-64 refer to the follow ing conversation.

.1 This IS MIchael Duncan calling. I phoned a few weeks ago to arrange accommodation. I wanted to make sure thai you have my reservation on file.

'h' Of course, Mr. Duncan. Just a moment and I will check our system for you. You're stayrng for two evenings. Is that right? Yes, that's correct . Now. are there any rooms available In the East Corndor? I've heard that the view ai nigh I is absolutely beautiful from there.

Y You're in ruck. Mr. Duncan. I have one room available In tile East Corndor. Unfortunately, it isn't equipped with an Internel connection. Is Ihal okay?


Have we employed a new caterer in the company cafeteria? Yes, and I really think there's a big Improvement in Ihe variety of the load.

" I agree. I was delinilely ready lor a change. I also liked that Ihe location was moved to the main ftoor. lI's much more convement for me.

'.1 It's much more aHordable as well.

68-70 refer to the following conversation. M Drew, when are we meelrng With Roy Thompson

on Friday? w· My apologIes. I should have told you earlier. Mr.

Thompson e-malled the office this motOing and rescheduled Ihe meeting to Thursday al1emoon. Are you stilt free? As a matler of facl , I'm nol. Please ask Mr. Thompson il Thursday morning would be alright.

VJ I'll call him right away and then send you an e-marl to confirm the time.

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71-73 refer to the following voice mail message. ThiS IS the office of Ihe universIty registrar; the office IS open weekdays from 9 a.m, until 6 p.m., and on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. until 10 p,m. Students may request transcripts In person dutlng these tlnles. Please also visit Ihe university webSIte 10 obtain Information regarding flnanClat services and scholarships available to students. PrevIously we had allowed students to request transcripts and other services over the phone. However. we do not accept phone requests at thiS time.

74-76 rofer to the following introduction. Ladles and gentlemen, may 1101roduce to you our newest manager al Pearson Consulting. Rebecca SinClair Prior to Joining our company, Ms. Sinclair worked for a few years in Ihe advertising Industry; she also worked lor First National Bank for four years. I would ask all of you to please make Ms. Sincla ir comfortable and go out of your way to show her around the office over Ihe next few weeks.

77-79 refer to the following instruction. t wanted to make sure that you were all aware that you will be unable to access the computer system. inCluding e-mail access, beginning this afternoon. The computer technicians will be working on updating our systems with allille latesl In order to Increase efficiency and reduce Ihe number of system crashes. We ask you to save alililes and documents pnor to one o'cloCk today, so as not to lose any information. When the installa tion Is complete you will be contacted by voice mall message, Afler you have received Ihis message, restart your computer in order to aclivate the new system. Should you require any aSSistance, leel free to contact the technical services department at extension 2151.

80·82 reter to the following advertisement. Are you benefiting from MJ Bank's special loan program for entrepreneurs? II you are not laking advantage of this opportunity, you might be limiting your small business from valuable growth

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83-85 reter to the following radio b roadcast. Good morning. Welcome back 10 the Wednesday segment of Music Today on CKRV Radio. I' ll be your hoslloday as we meel one of Ihe rising stars in the music industry, country singer Bluegrass Jones. Mr. Jones recently released his fourth CO. entitled

on a Corner," which is expected to reach the top of Ihe charts later Ihis week. An accomplished musician. Mr. Jones began performing when l1e was only 9 years old. Many of you will recognize his most recent song. "Alone and Crying." Now II's time to listen to his new song.

86-88 refer to the following talk. It is my pleasure to welcome all at our colleagues here today to our San Franc1sco headquarters. Many of you have Iraveled here thiS al1ernoon from our international branch offices in Paris. T orOnlO, and Stockholm. As you have been informed, our purpose in meeting here today is to discuss how 10 improve the company distribution channels. There have been unacceptable delays in production over the past year as a result of a poorly o'ganizeo system 01 olstribvtion ano we are gOing to do our best to change Ihat here today. If you have something to add during my presentation, don' t hesitate to talk about your ideas with all of us here.

89-91 refer to the following tour information. And now we are entering the Portrait GaUery, which IS onen called the Room" and was built in 1831 . It is well known internationally for its collection of portraits of British royalty. As we leave the Portrait Gallery, you'll nolice the magnificent oak doors. Nexl, we are able to see the dining hall, where the royal family would enjoy their meals. The dining hall was originally constructed in 1830, but a tire in 1902 destroyed much of the wood paneling and needed to be replaced in 1903. We'll leave the dining hall now in order 10 take a short tour of Ihe grounds. Afterwards, you will have free time to visit Ihe gift shop.

92-94 refer to the following telephone message. Good morning. Mr. Henderson, Ihis IS Charlene Kush from Accounting . r wanted \0 ask you about your monthly expense accounts: your depanmenl I,."as over budget again Ihis month. Unfortunately, I have been given strict instructions by my senior manager to report all departments that are over budget. Would you like 10 send me a written explanation regarding why this problem has occurred? Or. would you rather speak to my manager in person? Call me or e-mail me when you have a chance. Thank you.

95·97 refer to the fo llowing announcement. Ladles and gentlemen, I am sorry to report Ihat a sCheduling error has caused Ollr plans to change. The onginal plan was to meet at Ihe restaurant al 7 p.m. and Ihen to proceed to Ihe theatre for around 9 p.m, Unfortunately. I have been informed Ihallhe restauranl reservaliOilS have been changed to 6:30. So, Instead of arriving at 7 p,m., we will be meeting at the restaurant at 6:30 and then going to the theatre afterwards. We'll keep the same departure lime to the thealer and meel al the !healre entrance before the show begins.

refer to the follow ing repon. It IS estimated thai nearly' 0 million computers are disposed of each year in the United States atone. These used computers are significantly adding to the landfill problems experienced by nearly every stale. Locat computer guru, KlivB Anderson, has developed a solution to Ihis problem. His non-profil organizat10n, Electronic Helper, accepts used computers and electronics, and after upgrading the software. donates Ihe unilS to educalionallnslitutions in developing nations. Presently, donated compulers have reached studenls in the Central American countries of Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua. and Er Salvador. Future plans Include Shipments 10 coun tries in South America and Africa. For more information on this cause or for ways you can help, visil www.electronichelper.com.

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